Sharon Gee-Mascarello

Gebundenes Buch

Embalming: History, Theory, and Practice, Sixth Edition

Beschreibung

The most complete and up-to-date text on the art and science of embalming This new edition of the trusted classic delivers the most current information on the art and science of embalming, restorative art, and mortuary cosmetology. The authors give special attention to creating a safe working environment, from the standpoint of ergonomics, personal hygiene, and the use of embalming chemicals. Expanded technical areas of the book help you prepare the body for viewing without using standard embalming chemicals. Embalming: History, Theory, and Practice features thorough coverage of: * Legal, social, and technical considerations of embalming * Health and regulatory standards * Chemicals and methods * Specific conditions and causes of death that influence the type of embalming * Preparation of anatomical donors * Preparation of organ and tissue donors * Embalming for shipping New to this edition: * All new color photographs * New chapter on the preparation of organ and tissue donors * Additional questions and terminology in each chapter * Updated information on instrumentation and OSHA material * Greater emphasis on the use of personal protective equipment * Alternative methods of body disposition

Autor

Sharon Gee-Mascarello is an experienced practitioner and adjunct professor in the Mortuary Science Program at Wayne State University, Detroit.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: McGraw-Hill Education
• 6 ed
• Seitenzahl: 528
• Erscheinungstermin: 29. März 2022
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 278mm x 222mm x 25mm
• Gewicht: 1312g
• ISBN-13: 9781260010077
• ISBN-10: 1260010074
• Artikelnr.: 58126253