The veins carry the blood back to the heart. If one is cut the blood is dark and flows steadily. It is managed more easily than an artery; all that need be done is to place some lint over the wound and bandage it firmly. This, of course, you will do as soon as possible.
If you should be so unfortunate as to break or dislocate a limb, assume an easy position and calmly await the coming of the surgeon. If a finger only is fractured you can walk to his office.
What is said of this little book? To what are we liable and what should we know?
What should be cultivated?
What is the rule concerning a blister which may form on any part of the body?
What is a good thing for boils? For the stings of insects? For slight burns?
What is the remedy for continued bleeding at the nose?
What is the proper course if your clothing should take fire?
What should be done with a person when he faints?