Question

the m.e. will document their findings on a diagram to show where each point of interest was on the body. 18. once the initial external exam is complete, the m.e. will ______ ____ this process takes place on a metal table that allows the blood and water to drain away easily. 19. the body is placed face up on top of a ____. this rubber block pushes the chest higher than the shoulders and arms so that the chest is easily cut open during the internal exam. internal examination the internal examination begins with ____ that opens the chest and thoracic cavities so that the m.e. can extract and inspect all organs. they may cut the next and up behind each ear as well. 20. this will allow the m.e. to access the ____ to determine if it is still intact. broken hyoid = strangulation to gain access to the organs, the m.e. must use a saw or shears to cut away the ribs and breastbone. once the breastbone and ribs have been removed, the organs can be removed en masse or en bloc. “en masse” method – all organs at once “en bloc” method – organs removed in sections 21. organ weights and sizes can indicate ____ if they are statistically larger or smaller than average. each organ has tissue samples taken that are analyzed microscopically to look for any underlying issues. 22. ______ trauma, blockage (heart attack) that can cause tissue death due to lack of oxygen, abnormal size and thickness of walls

Answer:

begin the internal examination (or move the body to the autopsy table)

Question 19: