embalming Chemicals Flashcards
(32 cards)
Injected into the arterial system during vascular embalming
Arterial Fluid
found in the embalming machine tank a concentrated preservative diluted with water PRIOR to embalming
Arterial Solution
Concentrated embalming chemicals are injected into the cavities of the body after aspirating in the cavity
Cavity Fluid
Pre-injection and co-injection fluids injected for everything EXCEPT preservation and disinfectant
Supplemental Fluid
Group of chemicals used in addition to vascular and cavity embalming
Accessory Chemicals
Designed for use with special body conditions
Special Purpose Fluid
A solution containing 37% formaldehyde gas by mass in water or in water and methyl alcohol
Formalin
The solid form of formaldehyde
Paraformaldehyde
An identifier of how much formaldehyde gas is present
Index
Methylol derivatives of hydantoin and gives off formaldehyde at a slow rate
Donor Compounds
embalming solution used as a disinfectant agent combines with proteins making them unstable as food for bacteria
Glutaraldehyde
Carbolic acid preservatives used in cavity fluid formaldehyde penetrates the skin and is absorbed by protein structure.
Phenol
potent disinfectant chemicals
Quats
The liquid that serves as a solvent for the numerous ingredients incorporated into the embalming solution
Vehicles
Coloring agent a dissolvable substance that imparts definite color to embalming solution
Dye
Control the rate of action of the main preservative chemicals of embalming formulation
Modifying Agents
Agents that serve to control the acid-base balance of fluid and tissue
Buffers
Agents that help to control tissue moisture balance
Humectants
Water conditioning agents
Anti Coagulants
Wetting agents, surface tension reducers, penetrating agents
Surfactants
Dissolve heavy blood clots, remove blockages and lubricate capillaries
Pre Injection Fluid
Chemicals restore dehydrated tissues and fight edema
Co Injection Fluid
The fluid used to get the body ready for restorative art helps with chemicals that are in the body
Restorative Fluids
Happens when small blood vessels leak fluid into nearby tissue
Edema Fluid