Forensic Pathology Quiz

What is the role of a forensic pathologist?

• Collect physical evidence at the crime scene

• Conduct DNA analysis to identify the deceased

• Investigate the cause, manner, and time of death of a victim of a crime

• Perform autopsies to determine the cause of death

What is the main focus of a clinical autopsy?

• Collecting physical evidence

• Confirming the clinical diagnoses

• Developing correlations between injuries and the crime scene

• Determining the cause of death

What is the purpose of a forensic autopsy?

• Determine the presence and extent of disease

• Confirm the manner of death

• Develop correlations between injuries and the crime scene

• Evaluate the appropriateness and outcome of therapy

What is the first step in the external examination of a body?

• Checking for physical conditions, tattoos, and scars

• Examining the mouth, nose, and ears for blood or irritation

• Noting the general characteristics of the body

• Classifying injuries such as abrasions and lacerations

What is the purpose of the Y-shaped incision in an autopsy?

• To collect samples for toxicological analysis

• To remove and examine all internal organs

• To determine the presence of preexisting conditions or malformations

• To conduct a microscopic examination of sectioned organs

When is toxicology testing performed during an autopsy?

• To confirm the manner of death

• To identify the deceased

• To determine the time of death

• If poisoning is suspected

What can be used to help identify a body during a death investigation?

• All of the above

• Combings and buccal swab

• Clothing, fingernail scrapings, and clippings

• DNA, fingerprints, dental molds, and facial reconstructions