Postmortem Changes Quiz

What is the term used to describe the change in body temperature after death?

• Algor mortis

• Rigor mortis

• Livor mortis

• Putrefaction

Which part of the body shows the first signs of rigor mortis?

• Head and neck

• Arms and legs

• Torso

• Hands and feet

What is the bluish color seen on the skin where blood pools after death called?

• Algor mortis

• Rigor mortis

• Livor mortis

• Putrefaction

When does decomposition typically begin after death?

• Within the first few hours

• Within 24 hours

• Within 2-4 hours

• Within 36-48 hours

What causes the body to turn greenish in color during decomposition?

• Algor mortis

• Rigor mortis

• Livor mortis

• Bacterial breakdown

Which postmortem change is characterized by the milky or cloudy appearance of the corneas?

• Algor mortis

• Rigor mortis

• Livor mortis

• Putrefaction

What is the term used to describe the full fixation of lividity in place?

• Algor mortis

• Rigor mortis

• Livor mortis

• Putrefaction

What can provide clues about the time of death based on insect activity?

• Algor mortis

• Rigor mortis

• Livor mortis

• Presence of eggs, larva, or bugs

When does full rigor mortis typically occur throughout the body?

• 2-4 hours after death

• 8-12 hours after death

• 36-48 hours after death

• Within the first few hours

What is the term used to describe the nasty smell that accompanies decomposition?

• Algor mortis

• Rigor mortis

• Livor mortis

• Putrefaction