Test Your Knowledge on Post-Mortem Examination

A post-mortem examination, also known as a forensic autopsy or medico-legal autopsy, is a medical procedure done after someone has died unexpectedly, suspiciously, or in a way that needs further investigation. It is carried out under the supervision of the legal authorities who are responsible for looking into these types of deaths.

The purpose of the examination is to gather information and evidence to understand how and why the person died. It is especially important in cases of unnatural deaths like homicides, suicides, accidents, or deaths caused by medical mistakes. Different countries have different systems for investigating these deaths and conducting autopsies (1^✔).

Post-mortem procedure provides clear information about the cause of death, which is often necessary for insurance claims. It also alleviates guilt and assures the family that their loved one received appropriate medical care (2^✔).

In this quiz about postmortem examinations, you can learn important information about what happens when a doctor examines a body after someone has passed away. There are 10 questions that cover different aspects of Post-mortem examination.

By answering the questions, you can test your knowledge and discover more about how post-mortem examinations help determine the cause of death and bring closure to families. The quiz also gives you explanations for each question, so you can understand the topic better. The topics covered are:

• Objectives of post-mortem examination (1^✔)
• Deciding authority for conducting post-mortem examination (2^✔)
• Types of Inquest
• Techniques of post-mortem examination (3^✔) (7^✔)
• Types of incision used in post-mortem examination (4^✔)
• Post-mortem interval and hypostasis (5^✔,6^✔)
• Preservation of organs