3290. Raise the head, unloose strings or tight things, and send for a surgeon. If one cannot be got at once, apply mustard-poultices and hot water to the feet, and leeches to the temples; or cold water, which is better.
3291. Choking.—When a person has a fish bone in the throat, insert the forefinger, press upon the root of the tongue, so as to induce vomiting; if this does not do, let them swallow a large piece of potato or soft bread; and if these fail, give a mustard or soap emetic.
3292. Fainting, Hysterics, &c.—Loosen the garments, bathe the temples with water or Eau de Cologne: fresh air; avoid bustle and excessive sympathy.
3293. Apparent Death from Drunkenness.—Raise the head, unloose the clothes, maintain warmth of surface, and give a mustard emetic as soon as the person can swallow.
3294. Apoplexy, and Fits generally.—Raise the head; unloose all tight clothes, strings, &c.; apply cold lotions to the head and cold water, and use hot applications to the feet. Send for a doctor as soon as possible.