The sequence of post-mortem changes in a cadaver includes
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The sequence of post-mortem changes in a cadaver includes
- Rigor mortis, primary flaccidity, secondary flaccidity, marbling
- Primary flaccidity, secondary flaccidity, rigor mortis, marbling
- Marbling, secondary flaccidity, primary flaccidity, rigor mortis
- Primary flaccidity, rigor mortis, secondary flaccidity, marbling
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D - Primary flaccidity, rigor mortis, secondary flaccidity, marbling
After death muscles first relax (primary flaccidity), then stiffen (rigor mortis), then relax again as rigor passes (secondary flaccidity), followed by putrefactive changes such as marbling.
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