Restorative Art Klicker pages 90-177 Flashcards
a wound or irregular tear of the flesh
laceration
a clean cut into tissue or skin
incision
the “character” lines, wrinkles, grooves, cords, and dimples of the face and neck
facial marking
a quick-drying liquid that leaves a hard, thin, transparent coat or layer through which moisture cannot pass
sealer
a powder that is put in an incision just prior to suturing. when the powder comes in contact with moisture, it forms a soft, solid barrier against leakage
incision sealing powder
partial loss of moisture content
dehydration
the act of sewing; also the completed stitch
suture
`a suture that will be removed
temporary suture
a network of stitches employed to cross the borders of a cavity or excision, used to anchor fillers and to sustain the tissues in their proper position
basket weave suture
a suture situated or occurring beneath the surface
subcutaneous suture
putty-like substance; an absorbent sealing adhesive that can be injected under the skin or applied to surface tissues to establish skin contour
mastic compound
caused by a blade
incisions
caused by blunt force trauma
lacerations
Treatment of lacerations and incisions:
before embalming it may be necessary to make some __________ sutures of loose flaps of skin to hold them in place during embalming.
temporary
Treatment of lacerations and incisions:
inside of the wound should be dried with ______ pack to dry tissue
cauterant
Treatment of lacerations and incisions:
___________ cream should be applied to the outside of the wound and the surrounding area to prevent dehydration
massage
Treatment of lacerations and incisions:
______ embalming, wound should be dried with cotton after which sealer is brushed over all tissue below the surface. After the sealer dries, the wound can be packed with cotton and incision sealing powder or mortuary mastic.
after
Treatment of lacerations and incisions:
All dehydrated pieces of skin on the edges of the wound should be _____
removed
Treatment of lacerations and incisions:
if size of wound permits the skin to come together without distorting any nearby facial markings or features, it can be sutured closed, using a _______ suture or super glue adhesive. The sutured area can then be hidden with an application of wax over the line of closure. Natural skin pores and texture should be reproduced if necessary, and cosmetics applied
subcutaneous
Treatment of lacerations and incisions:
a _________ suture can be stitched across the laceration to act as an anchor for the wax or mastic
basket weave suture
Treatment of lacerations and incisions:
wax until sealer has dried completely ______ applying wax or mastic, which comes in contact with the sealer.
before
any abnormal color in or on the body
discoloration
to discolor with foreign matter; an area so discolored
stain
any deviation from or interruption of the normal structure or function of a body part, organ, or system
disease
separation of compounds into simpler substances by the action of microbes and/or autolytic enzymes
decomposition
physical injury or wound caused by external force or violence
trauma
post-mortem intravascular red-blue discoloration resulting from hypostasis of blood
lividity (livor mortis)
settling of blood and/or other fluids to dependent portions of the body
hypostasis
chemicals that lighten or blanch skin discolorations
bleach agent
the act of lightening a discoloration
bleaching
an absorbent material (pack) saturated with an embalming chemical and placed in direct contact with the tissue
surface compress
injection of chemicals directly into the tissues through use of a syringe and a needle
hypodermic injection
antiseptic/disinfectant employed to dry moist tissues and to bleach discolored tissue
phenol (carbolic acid)
the space between the lips and the gums and teeth; the vestibule of the oral cavity
buccal cavity
to whiten by removing color; to make pale
blanch
can be removed by embalming
discoloration
cannot be removed by embalming
stain
if _____ occurs while applying pressure to an area, it is considered a discoloration. Otherwise, blood has hemolyzed, releasing hematin into the tissues, causing a post-mortem stain.
blanching
- disease
- decomposition
- medical treatment
- trauma
- post-,mortem lividity (livor mortis) caused by hypostasis
examples of causes of discoloration occuring before embalming
- use of an arterial injection solution that was too strong
- inadequate drainage
- using a formaldehyde-based arterial fluid on a jaundice case, as it will change the yellow color to green
examples of the causes of discoloration occuring during embalming
- razor burns
- gray discoloration of the buccal area due to inadequate drainage
- patches of dark colored skin caused by post-embalming decomposition
examples of the causes of discoloration after embalming
first procedure for removing a discoloration is
injection of embalming solution
three options for treating a stain:
- remove or decrease the stain by bleaching
- cover the stain with cosmetics
- bleach the stain and then cover any remaining stain with cosmetics
two common methods of bleaching a stain
- surface compress
2. hypodermic injection
- cavity fluid
- phenol and alcohol
- preservative gel
- special-bleaching gel
bleaching agents
- lightening of bleach
- lightening of non-stained tissue
- possible dehydration
- fixation of tissue
effects of bleach
when using a surface compress
apply massage cream to surrounding area to prevent dehydration on non-stained areas
cover compress with plastic to reduce fumes
check at intervals and monitor effectiveness
remove when stain is gone or at least reduced as much as possible
when using hypodermic injection
inject bleaching agent into the stained tissue using a hypodermic syringe and needle
inject bleaching agent into the entire stained area.
try not to inject bleaching agent in non stained area
seal entrance wound with a drop of tissue adhesive
(be careful not to inject below stained tissue or overbleach the area)
if phenol is the bleaching agent used
should be applied with a brush in order to control the amount used
easy to over bleach an area when using phenol
embalmer should have alcohol available to use as a neutralizing agent against the phenol
most surface stains caused by dirt, grease, and grime will be removed by
soap and water
other stain removers
adhesive tape-rubbing alcohol, ether
blood-cold water, ammonia
paint- turpetine, paint thinner
nicotine- lemon juice, household bleach
tar; varnish-acetone, commercial remover, liquid shampoo
iodine-alcohol
mercurochrome- household bleach
grease- ether, acetone, gasoline, liquid shampoo
oil- ether, kerosene, gasoline, carbon tetrachloride
wax-ether
urine-ammonia
ink-lemon juice
glue-white vinegar
lipstick- dry cleaning solvent
to oxidize or be oxidized by fire or equivalent means; the tissue reaction or injury resulting from application of heat, extreme cold, caustics, radiation, friction or electricity
burns
any injury caused by heat, which produces redness of skin
first degree burn (hyperemia)
those resulting in acute inflammation of the skin and blisters
second degree burn
burns that result in destruction of cutaneous and subcutaneous tissues (seared, charred, or roasted tissue)
third degree burn
complete incineration
fourth degree burn
rapid onset
acute
reaction of tissues to injurious agents. Usually characterized by heat, redness, swelling, and pain
inflammation
cosmestics in pencil form for coloring the hairs of the eyebrow or creating an eyebrow where the hairs were removed.
eyebrow pencil
reduced to carbon; the state of tissues destroyed by burning
charred
a thin vesicle on the skin containing watery matter
blister
to burn superficially, as the hair, which shows partial destruction from scorching heat
singe
requires no special type of treatment, skin will be red, unbroken and with no tissue destruction. only possible treatment is using a stronger than normal arterial injection solution as a precaution against skin slip, applying massage cream during embalming and cosmetic application after embalming
first degree burn
characterized by acute inflammation with blisters of the skin or the complete absence of the epidermis. no charing or major destruction of tissues, hair may be singed.
second degree burn
blisters should be opened and loose skin removed before arterial injection. surface embalming compress should be applied to these tissues during embalming because the heat often coagulates the blood in the surface tissues, and arterial fluid cannot reach these areas. some embalmers prefer to remove loose tissue and apply a surface compress after embalming. After tissues are dried and painted with a sealer, cosmetics are applied.
treatment of second degree burn
characterized by charring and destruction of the surface and deeper layers of tissues. this type of burn presents the greatest difficulty for the embalmer, both in achieving preservation and in accomplishing presentable-looking remains.
third-degree burns
for viewable areas that have experienced charring and destruction of tissue, the charred tissue should be excised down to non-charred tissue if possible. A surface embalming compress should be applied. After tissues have been dried, they should be covered with sealer. FOr surface tissue, wax can be applied over the large openings. Wax or mortuary putty should fill the wound to the surface. Pores and facial markings can be reproduced when cosmetics applied.
treatment of third degree burns.
characterized by complete incineration of tissue and are not appropriate for reconstructive art
fourth degree burns
an area from which something has been cut out
excision
to remove by cutting out
excise
spontaneous new growth of tissue forming an abnormal mass
tumor
pertaining to cancer
cancerous
any malignant neoplasm marked by uncontrolled growth and spread of abnormal cells
cancer
angled cut of the borders of an excision, which is made so that the skin surface will overhang the deeper tissue
undercut
mastic compound
a putty-like absorbent sealing adhesive that can be injected under the skin or applied to the surface tissues to establish skin contour.
pre embalming excising tissue
if an excision is made before arterial injection, the embalmer must take great care not to interfere with the ciruclation to the area. It may also be necessary for her to apply temporary sutures to hold the edges of the incision together. This will ensure a more natural appearance after embalming.
post embalming excising tissue
excision of a tumor is performed after the arterial injection unless the tumor is blocking circulation.
example of treating an excision of a tumor
- tumor removed
- cotton soaked in a cauterant is placed over the wound to dry exposed tissue
- basket weave suture acts as an anchor for the mastic or wax
- mortuary mastic or wax is applied over sutures
- reproduce pores and facial lines
pathological source, such as disease before death
trauma, such as accident, homicide, or suicide
decomposition before embalming
improper handling or positioning of the body
medical procedures such as the use of a respirator or supersaturation with IV fluids
pre embalming swelling is caused by these
excessive amount of fluid injected without sufficient drainage
excessive massage
using a rate of flow that was too fast or pressure was too high
during embalming swelling is caused by these
first treatment for swelling is done
during the embalming operation
inject a strong dehydrating hypertonic solution.
this can mean doubling or tripling the strength of the arterial solution
external pressure can be used to treat swollen features
- manually (by a hand)
- wet cotton compress (in either water or cavity fluid for a more dehydrating effect)
- collar (if swelling is in the neck, a pneumatic or water collar can be placed around the neck, causing reduction of the swelling)
- electric spatula: cover swollen area with massage cream*, then use the spatula in a continuous motion to reduce the swelling.
______ can be used to treat swollen features
aspiration
____________ is the act of inserting a needle, trocar, or bistoury through the swollen area to make multiple channels or canals for the release of gas or the draining of liquids. Multiple channels are used but the same entry point. This helps swelling go down. After channels are made, massaging will help push fluid out through entry point
channeling
absorbent cotton is placed against the incised area. The cotton draws fluid from the area into the cotton.
wicking
first and preferred method of incision treatment to reduce swelling. Make an incision in the skin on the concealed area of the feature, i.e. under the eyelid, behind the lips, or on the inside of the cheek. After the incision is made, the area is manually pressed using digital pressure and the fluid is squeezed out.
concealed
the second incision method is to make the incision in the skin on the outside of the feature and use squeezing and wicking. This is the least favorable option of incision to use to reduce swelling, because of the need to wax over the incision and the possibility of surface leakage.
exposed
last option for reducing swelling that an embalmer will use is ______ the swollen tissue
excising
____ methods for the embalmer when excising swollen tissue
two
dissect the tissue from a concealed area in the feature such as under the eyelid, behind the lip, or inside the cheek. After removing tissue, incised area must be dried and cauterized with a compress of cotton and a cauterizing agent. The area is sealed with a sealing agent and then sutured.
first and most preferred method of surgical reduction.
excise the swollen tissue from the outside as if it were a surface tumor or lesion. After the excsion, the area would be dried chemically with a cauterizing agent, packed with cotton, sutured, and wax would be applied.
second and least favored surgical reduction
sloughing off of the epidermis wherein there is a separation of the epidermis from the underlying dermis.
desquamation (skin slip)
outermost layer of skin; cuticle, or scarf skin
epidermis
corium or true skin
dermis (derma)
can occur before death as caused by exposure to excessive heat or cold, radioactive agents, or caustic chemicals. It can also be consequence of diseases such as kidney failure or edema.
desquamation
can also develop after death as a consequence of decomposition, after embalming, as a result of injecting an inadequate volume of arterial solution, using arterial solution that was not strong enough, or by an inadequate distribution of arterial solution.
desquamation
- most drastic is to re embalm the body using a stronger arterial solution
- puncture any blisters
- remove loose skin
- surface compress of cavity fluid can be applied during or after embalming (cover with plastic to reduce fumes)
- may be necessary to hypodermically inject arterial fluid into the deeper area below the skin slip
- if the skin becomes dry and dark due to the surface embalming, wax may be applied, pores and lines reproduced, and cosmetics applied
treatment of skin slip
injection of a special tissue building liquid into the tissues through the use of a syringe and needle to restore natural contour.
hypodermic tissue building
applied or administered under the skin
hypodermic
instrument used to inject or aspirate fluids
syringe
outline or surface form
contour
partial loss of moisture content
dehydration
chemicals used in addition to vascular (arterial) and cavity fluid
accessory chemicals
chemical that increases the ability of embalmed tissue to retain moisture
humectant
texture of jelly
gelatinous
preservative embalming chemical injected into the arterial system during vascular embalming
arterial fluid
substance used to elevate sunken (emaciated) tissue to normal level by hypodermic injection
tissue builder
a place at which access to inner positions may be had;l a place at which a hypodermic needle may be inserted
point of entry
a substance capable of dissolving something
solvent
HCHO; colorless, strong-smelling gas that is a powerful preservative when used in solution
formaldehyde
what are the most common areas that require tissue building?
temples eyes cheeks lips hands supraorbital area mouth neck forehead chin
first option to build up dehydrated tissue
arterial injection
second option to build up dehydrated tissue
hypodermic tissue building
equipment of hypodermic tissue building
- hypodermic syringe
- needles
- tissue building liquid and solvent
hypodermic tissue building fluids form into a ______ substance when they come in contact with moisture
gelatinous
two types of tissue builders are
one with formaldehyde and one without.
formaldehyde ones are firming