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The Miracle Mongers
an Expos

CHAPTER TEN
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Give the patient large quantities of whisky or brandy, to induce intoxication.

Incise the wound with a red-hot nail, or knitting needle.

Keep the patient intoxicated till the doctor arrives.
For Burns All burns are more painful when exposed to the air.

For lesser burns a cloth saturated with a strong solution of bicarbonate of soda (common cooking soda) laid on the burn is probably best.
This is soothing and keeps out the air.
For burning clothes Do not allow the victim to run about, for that increases the flames.

Throw her-- these accidents usually occur to women--on the floor and smother the flames with a blanket, rug, or large garment.
Then, if the burns are severe, place her in a bath at a temperature of 100 degrees or over, keeping her there till the doctor arrives.


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