Obviously Dead Flashcards
1
Q
What are the signs of an obviously dead person?
according to standard
A
Decaptitation, transection, visible decomposition, putrefaction
Grossly charred body
Open head/torso with gross outpouring of cranial or visceral contents
Gross rigor mortis
Dependent lividity - (purple/black discolouration of the skin in a dependent area of the body
