EMBALMING 12.11.22.pptx

Embalming process for patients after death

1. EMBALMING -: Presented by :- Suresh Vinayak Nursing Tutor Class-GNM 1

2. Embalming:- Embalming is the treatment or preservation of a dead body with the chemical substances to protect it from decay. An embalmer is one who is trained in the art and science of embalming. Goals of embalming (Purposes) :- Sanitization of body Preservation of body Presentation of body https://youtu.be/rc_QSyWl-GA

3. Chemical(Fluids) Used:- Fluids contains a mixture of formaldehyde glutaraldehyde , methanol, ethanol, and other solvent.

4. Embalming Process: The practice of embalming has been performed throughout history for various cultural and religious purposes. In general, embalming begins with the deceased body placed in the  supine position(shown below) and the head is elevated.

5. Step 1: Verification of Death: The first step in the embalming process is to verify whether the deceased is in fact dead. The presence of clouded eyes, rigor mortis, lack of a pulse, and general unresponsiveness. The identification of the deceased is verified via hand and foot tags.

6. Step 2: Wash and Massage the Body The clothes and personal effects are removed and then body is sanitized using an antimicrobial detergent. The orifices (e.g., mouth) are rinsed carefully. The limbs are massaged to alleviate the signs of rigor mortis.

7. Step 3: Setting the Features The embalmer poses the eyes in a closed position using a specialized eye cap. The lips are shut either by suturing, wiring, or an adhesive. The face is shaved to remove any visible stray hairs.

8. Step 4: Injection of Embalming Fluid: The embalmer temporarily preserves the body by injecting chemicals into the vessels and peritoneal cavity of the body. There are several different methods of injecting embalming fluid.

9. Types/ Parts of embalming: A. Arterial embalming: B. Cavity embalming: C. Hypodermic embalming: D. Surface embalming

10. A . Arterial embalming : Arterial embalming: which involves the injection of embalming chemicals into the blood vessels, usually via the right common carotid artery. Blood is drained from the right jugular vein

11. B. Cavity embalming: The suction of the internal fluids of the corpse and the injection of embalming chemicals into the body cavities, using an aspirator and trocar.

12. C. Hypodermic embalming: Hypodermic embalming is the subcuticular injection of suitable preservative chemical directly into the tissues. The treatment area can include finger tips, the cavity walls of an autopsied body or a limb that won’t arterial embalming.

13. D. Surface embalming : Surface embalming is the application of an embalming solution directly to the surface of the tissues. The chemical are applied with an aerosol spray, or painted with a brush using a liquid or gel and applied using cotton soaked liquid on the surface of the tissues.

14. Step 5: Application of Cosmetics: As a last step, the embalmer will apply a moisturizer and various cosmetics to hide a discoloration of the skin and achieve a more natural appearance of the body. The hair styled using oil and gel and body dressed in formal clothes for viewing purposes.

15. Equipments used in embalming Tray lined with towel Long artery clamp Bandage Absorbent and non absorbent cotton Hospital gown and patient cloths draw sheet Mackintosh big bathing tray Mortuary card and plastic cover Loose gloves and suture material

16. Procedure:- Provide privacy Allow relatives to see body. Use PPE Disconnect tubing's gently and seal wounds. All belongings removed in the presence of relatives and document in nursing record. Replace denture and give bed bath. Pack orifices with cotton . Fold hand as in praying position and legs together tie. Complete mortuary card and place in plastic cover and tie with great toe.

17. Use ball pen to fill information's. hand over belongings to relative with consent. Hand over body after settling bill. Fill mortuary register if body kept in mortuary. Before releasing body Check medical record:- # 3 copies of Death certificate # Autopsy permit slip # Mortuary register entry. # Authorization slip to take body destination. # Embalming procedure if requested by relatives. # Dress patient in own cloths before hand over the body.

18. Assist for transportation of body. wash and replace articles after procedure . Wash hands Documentation:- Document in nurses record about procedure date, time of release of body with signature of nurse.

19. References:- Lakhwinder kaur Maninder kaur, A text book of nursing foundation, edition 2017, page no763-7 Brenner E. Human body preservation – old and new techniques. Edition 2014  page no 316-44. Celestina F, Kritika M, Fundamentals of Nursing, Edition 2017,page no:539 Macdonald GJ and Mac Gregor DB. Procedures for embalming cadavers for the dissecting laboratory. Edition 1997 pageno-363-5.

20. Post Test: 1.Which of the following is NOT a part of the embalming procedure: A.  Injection of embalming fluid B.  Puncture and aspiration of the internal organs C.  Sewing the mouth shut D.  Application of contact lenses to mask the clouded appearance of the corneas 2. Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding embalming: A.  The body is drained of all fluids by aspirating the carotid artery. B.  The bodily fluids are drained through the peritoneal cavity by hanging the body upside down. C.  The blood is drained out the right jugular vein via the injection of embalming fluid via the carotid artery. D.  The blood is drained out of the carotid artery via the injection of embalming fluid via the right jugular vein. 3. The goal of embalming is to: A.  Preserve the body B.  Sanitize the body C.  Present the body D.  All of the above 4. Write down the steps of embalming process.( name)