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Death Investigation: An Introduction to Forensic Pathology for the Nonscientist provides students and law enforcement professionals with an accurate, clear overview of forensic pathology. It presents death investigation at the scene and autopsy, providing readers with a broad understanding of forensic pathology and giving them a clear picture of what happens after the examination of the scene. Readers learn what first responders should (and should not) do at the scene, and get a forensic pathologist's perspective on the importance of preserving evidence. Death Investigation methodically explains what happens during autopsy to determine cause and manner of death - including particulars of blunt force trauma, sharp force injuries, asphyxia, and gunshot wounds - and how findings are presented in court. Written for a criminal justice audience by a practicing forensic pathologist and educator, Death Investigation makes challenging forensics concepts accessible to nonscientists. Presents the principles of death investigation in clear language and for the non-scientist Covers all types of death investigations beyond just homicide Explains the difference between coroner and medical examiner systems Includes detailed photographs, key terms, learning objectives, and checklists Online ancillary materials for students and instructors Content: Front Matter , Pages i-ii Copyright , Page iv Dedication , Page v Digital Assets , Page xv Chapter 1 - History of Death Investigation , Pages 1-14 Chapter 2 - Death Scene Investigation , Pages 15-39 Chapter 3 - Death Certification , Pages 41-56 Chapter 4 - Time of Death , Pages 57-69 Chapter 5 - Autopsy Procedure , Pages 71-98 Chapter 6 - Identification , Pages 99-119 Chapter 7 - Blunt-Force Trauma , Pages 121-146 Chapter 8 - Gunshot Wounds , Pages 147-178 Chapter 9 - Sharp-Force Injuries , Pages 179-192 Chapter 10 - Sudden Death in Adults , Pages 193-250 Chapter 11 - Sudden Death in Children , Pages 251-277 Chapter 12 - Asphyxia , Pages 279-296 Chapter 13 - Special Circumstances , Pages 297-314 Appendix , Pages 315-353 Glossary , Pages 355-358 Index , Pages 359-369