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Handling Obesity in Funeral Service ⚰️
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Josh handles remains over 700lbs. A tough thing for everyone involved: the deceased, family, and us in funeral service. Michael gets in to how he takes care of embalming obese cases, Josh’s best tips for transferring large bodies, edema, fight outbreaks. Lots to discuss today!!
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Show Notes:
(07:45) – Obesity & removals.
(15:32) – How to appropriately ask for estimated weight.
(21:06) – Edema in the prep room.
(32:08) – A fight breaks out at the FH.
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Takeaways
- Handling cases of deceased individuals who weigh over 700 pounds presents unique challenges in the funeral service industry.
- Gathering as much information as possible before the removal, including the layout of the house and the approximate weight of the deceased, is crucial for planning and ensuring a safe transfer.
- Delicate and respectful communication with the family is essential when discussing weight-related considerations.
- Having extra staff on hand for larger cases is necessary to ensure the safety of both the staff and the deceased.
- Funeral homes and businesses may need to upcharge for larger cases due to the additional staff and resources required. Handling large and obese cases in the funeral industry requires specialized equipment and techniques, such as pulleys and Reeves cots.
- Positioning is crucial in the embalming process for larger bodies to ensure proper preservation and a lifelike appearance.
- Dealing with physical altercations between family members is a challenging aspect of working in the funeral industry, and maintaining professionalism and composure is essential.
- Communication and teamwork are key in successfully handling difficult situations and ensuring the safety and well-being of everyone involved.
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