MOR 302 - Cremation Services

1.  Explain contemporary trends in disposition
   1.  Describe the elements of Green Burial.
   2.  Recognize emerging disposition techniques, including alkaline hydrolysis and cryogenics.
   3. Describe the role of Anatomical Donations in contemporary culture.
2.  Describe an identification process prior to disposition
   1.  Explain how the process meets the emotional needs of the family.
   2. Cite the legal requirements in the state of practice.
   3. Summarize the forms needed for meet the legal requirements.
3. Outline the process of preparing a body for cremation
   1. Determine which medical devices must be removed.
   2. Describe the process of removing medical devices.
   3. Describe the disposal of those medical devices.
   4. Discuss the container required to safely place the deceased into the retort.
4. Outline the cremation process
   1. Describe proper retort operations.
   2. Describe safe methods to remove cremated human remains from a retort.
   3. Discuss methods of insuring the identity of the deceased.
   4. Describe the remains processor used following the retort.
5. Distinguish between the different methods of disposition of cremated human remains
   1. Research methods for disposal of cremated human remains.
   2. Describe methods used for disposal of cremated human remains.
   3. Discuss the legal ramifications of scattering cremated human remains.
   4. Discuss the legal and practical implications of families retaining cremated human remains at home.