298 Physiology. 



making it impossible for the nurse to do this work quickly, as it is often 

 necessary to take advantage of a favorable time, as when the patient 

 wakens. 



Care of Lamps. Most lamps, when turned low, give off a disagree- 

 able gas. It is better to have a very small lamp burning at full height 

 than a large one turned low ; sperm candles are recommended. Do not 

 let the light shine into the patient's face. 



To Prevent Sneezing. It is well known that a sneeze may be pre- 

 vented by firmly pressing on the upper lip. This may enable a nurse 

 to keep from waking a very sick patient when, at a critical point, sleep 

 is almost a question of life or death. And it is a convenient fact for 

 any one to know. To prevent coughing there are cough drops that 

 will relieve the tickling in the throat. 



Summary. i . To stop flow of blood from an artery apply pressure 

 to the wound, or between the wound and the heart. 



2. To stop flow of blood from a vein apply pressure to the wound or 

 beyond the heart. 



3. Leaning forward promotes, instead of checks, nosebleed. 



4. In case of a burn apply cooking soda. 



5. If the clothing takes fire, lie down and roll, or wrap a rug or shawl 

 about the body. 



6. If a person with clothing on fire loses his presence of mind, seize, 

 throw down, and wrap rn any woolen clothing. 



7. In case of fainting lay the body flat on the back, loosen clothing, 

 give fresh air, and sprinkle lightly with cold water ; if this does not 

 revive, rub the limbs toward the body, hold to the nostrils smelling- 

 salts (or ammonia), and send for a physician. 



8. Before going down into a well, test the air by lowering a lighted 

 candle. 



9. Learn the antidotes of every poison in your house as soon as it is 

 bought, and keep the antidote at hand. 



10. Volunteer to help take care of sick friends, and learn to do this 

 work well. 



Questions. i. How does holding up the wounded part check bleed- 

 ing ? 



2. What other methods of resuscitation from drowning are in use ? 



3. What are some of the poisonous substances commonly kept in 

 the house ? 



