Glossary E
Eco-friendly
Practices that minimize harm to the environment.
Eco-friendly practices
Eco-friendly practices – Methods used to reduce the environmental impact of funeral services.
Education and career history
Education and career history – The academic and professional background of a mortician.
EEG (electroencephalogram)
EEG (electroencephalogram) – A test that measures electrical activity in the brain to determine brain function.
Electronic filing
Endowment care fund – A fund set up to maintain the cemetery grounds and ensure perpetual care of gravesites.
Embalmers
Electronic filing – The use of digital technology to store and manage funeral-related documents and records.
Embalming
Embalmers – Professionals trained in the art and science of embalming.
Embalming chemicals
Embalming chemicals – Chemicals used in the embalming process to preserve and disinfect the body.
Embalming costs
The process of preserving a deceased body using chemicals to delay decomposition.
Embalming fluid
Embalming fluid – A chemical solution used to preserve a body during the embalming process.
Embalming machines and equipment
Embalming machines and equipment – Tools and equipment used in the embalming process.
Embalming options
Embalming options – Different methods and techniques used in the embalming process.
Embalming practices
The techniques and procedures used to prepare a body for viewing or burial.
Embalming Procedure
Embalming Procedure – The step-by-step process of embalming a body.
Embalming Procedure Decision
The choice to embalm a body for preservation and presentation purposes.
Embalming Process
Resources and services provided to help grieving families cope with the loss of a loved one.
Embalming – Process of preserving a body through the use of chemicals and other techniques to delay decomposition for viewing purposes
Embalming – The process of preserving a body through the use of chemicals and other techniques to delay decomposition for viewing purposes.
Embalming tables – specialized workstations designed to facilitate the embalming process, equipped with drainage systems and other features that allow for efficient handling of corpses during treatment
Embalming tables – Specialized workstations designed for the embalming process.
Embalming Techniques
Embalming Techniques – Various methods used to preserve a body for viewing purposes.
Embroidery
The decorative stitching on funeral garments or casket interiors.
EMDR
EMDR – Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, a psychotherapy technique used to treat trauma and PTSD.
Emotion
Emotion – A feeling or state of mind that is often accompanied by physiological changes.
Emotional healing
Emotional healing – The process of recovering from emotional pain or trauma.
Emotional impact
The effect of death and mourning on individuals and families.
Emotional numbness or detachment
Emotional numbness or detachment – A coping mechanism where one disconnects from their emotions to avoid pain or trauma.
Emotional regulation
Emotional regulation – The ability to manage and control one’s emotions.
Emotional support resources
The potential harm to the environment caused by the use of embalming chemicals in the funeral process.
Empathy and compassion
The ability to understand and share the feelings of others, particularly those who are grieving.
End-of-life care
The care and support provided to a person in their final stages of life.
End-of-life care decisions
End-of-life care decisions – Decisions made regarding medical treatment and care at the end of life.
End-of-life decisions
End-of-life decisions – Decisions made regarding medical treatment and care at the end of life.
End-of-life medical treatments and interventions
The medical treatments and interventions provided to a person in their final stages of life.
End-of-life planning
End-of-life planning – The process of making arrangements for one’s death, including funeral plans and end-of-life care decisions.
End-of-Life Services Coordination
The coordination of funeral services and arrangements for the deceased.
Endoscopy
Endoscopy – A medical procedure used to examine the inside of the body using an endoscope.
Endowment care fund
Endowment care fund – A fund set up to maintain the cemetery grounds and ensure perpetual care of gravesites.
Engraving options
The choices available for inscriptions or designs on urns or cremation jewelry.
Ensuring compliance with state regulations
Ensuring compliance with state regulations – Making sure that all legal requirements are met in the funeral industry.
Entombment
Entombment – A method of burial where the casket is placed in a crypt or mausoleum.
Entombment above ground
Entombment above ground – A method of burial where the casket is placed in a crypt or mausoleum above ground.
Environment
Environment – the natural world and the living organisms that inhabit it.
Environmental concerns
The issues and challenges related to the environmental impact of funeral services.
Environmental concerns with burial liners
The potential negative impact of burial liners on the environment, such as leaching of chemicals into the soil.
Environmental considerations
Environmental considerations – factors related to the impact of human activities on the environment
Environmental impact
Environmental impact – the effect of human activities on the natural environment
Environmental impact assessment
The evaluation of the potential environmental impact of funeral services.
Environmental impact considerations
The evaluation of the potential effects of funeral practices on the environment.
Environmental impact of cremation
Environmental impact of cremation – the impact of the cremation process on the environment
Environmental impact of embalming chemicals
The steps taken by the family to make informed decisions about funeral arrangements and services.
Environmental impact of urns and cremation jewelry materials
The effect of materials used in urns and cremation jewelry on the environment.
Environmental Impact Statement (EIS)
Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) – a report that assesses the potential environmental impact of a proposed project or activity
Environmentally-friendly floral options
Environmentally-friendly floral options – floral arrangements that are made with sustainable and eco-friendly materials
Environmental regulations
Environmental regulations – laws and regulations that govern the impact of human activities on the environment
Environmental sustainability practices
The practices that promote the preservation and protection of the environment during funeral services.
Epidemiology studies
Epidemiology studies – studies that investigate the patterns and causes of disease in populations
Epitaphs
Epitaphs – inscriptions on a tombstone or memorial marker that honor the deceased person
Escheatment laws
Escheatment laws – laws that govern the distribution of property and assets when there is no will or legal heirs
Estate assets
Estate assets – the property and assets owned by a deceased person that are subject to distribution
Estate distribution
Estate distribution – the process of distributing assets according to the instructions in a will or other legal document
Estate planning
Estate planning – the process of creating a plan for the management and distribution of assets after death
Estate planning attorney/lawyer/professional/advisor – professional who helps clients create legally binding plans for asset management during life and disposition at death
Estate planning attorney/lawyer/professional/advisor – a legal professional who helps clients create plans for the management and distribution of their assets after death
Eternal Life
The belief in an afterlife or continuation of the soul beyond death.
Ethical considerations in handling grave disturbances
The moral principles and values that guide the handling of grave disturbances.
Ethical considerations surrounding the practice
Ethical considerations surrounding the practice – the moral and ethical principles that guide the practice of mortuary science
Ethical sourcing
The practice of obtaining materials and products in a responsible and sustainable manner, such as using eco-friendly fabrics or supporting fair trade.
Ethnic heritage
The cultural background and traditions of a person or group, which may influence funeral customs and practices.
Eulogy
Eulogy – a speech or written tribute given in honor of a deceased person
Eulogy preparation
Eulogy preparation – the process of writing and preparing a eulogy speech
Eulogy Speech
Eulogy Speech – a speech given in honor of a deceased person, typically at a funeral or memorial service
Event Order
Event Order – the sequence of events that occur during a funeral or memorial service
Event Timing
Event Timing – the scheduling and coordination of events related to a funeral or memorial service
Excavation costs
The expenses associated with digging a grave, such as labor, equipment, and permits.
Executive function
Executive function – cognitive processes that help individuals plan, organize, and complete tasks
Executor duties
Executor duties – the responsibilities of a person appointed to carry out the instructions in a will and manage the estate of a deceased person
Exemption amount
Exemption amount – the amount of money or property that is exempt from taxation or other legal claims
Exercise
Physical activity that promotes health and well-being, including cardiovascular health, strength, and flexibility.
Exhumation
Exhumation – the process of digging up and removing a buried body or remains
Existential psychotherapy
A type of therapy that explores the meaning and purpose of life and helps individuals find their own unique path.
Expert witness testimony
Expert witness testimony – testimony given by a professional with specialized knowledge in a particular field in a legal proceeding
Expressing gratitude
Showing appreciation to those who have provided support during the grieving process.
Expressive arts therapy
The use of art, music, and other creative activities to help individuals cope with grief and loss.
Exterior finish
The outer surface of a casket or other funeral product.
External Examination
A physical examination of a deceased person’s body to determine the cause of death.
Extreme Unction
A Catholic sacrament administered to a person who is seriously ill or dying.