ASIS International (ASIS) Professional Certified Investigator Practice Exam

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Which condition is characterized by the rupture of blood vessels in the face and eyes due to strangulation?

Adipocere
Asphyxia
Petechia
Cyanosis

The correct answer is: Petechia

The condition characterized by the rupture of blood vessels in the face and eyes due to strangulation is petechia. Petechiae are tiny, pinpoint red or purple spots that appear on the skin or mucous membranes, typically resulting from blood vessels breaking and leaking blood into the surrounding tissue. Strangulation leads to increased pressure in the veins and capillaries, particularly in the upper body, which can cause these small blood vessels to rupture. Adipocere refers to a waxy substance formed in decomposed bodies, as a result of the saponification of fat. Asphyxia is a condition caused by a lack of oxygen, but it does not specifically denote the rupture of blood vessels like petechia. Cyanosis indicates a bluish discoloration of the skin due to inadequate oxygen supply, which is also unrelated to the specific phenomenon of blood vessel rupture. Understanding these distinctions helps clarify why petechia is the correct answer in this context.