A manual of ambulance / by J. Scott Riddell.

  • Riddell, J. Scott (John Scott), 1864-1929.
Date:
1899
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Credit: A manual of ambulance / by J. Scott Riddell. Source: Wellcome Collection.

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    Fifth Lecture (for males only). A. The improvised method of lifting and carrying the sick or injured. B. Methods of lifting and carrying the sick or injured on stretchers. C. The conveyance of such by rail or in country carts. Fifth Lecture (for females only). N.B.—This lecture will be in accordance with the special chapter in- serted in Shepherd’s handbook, August, 1890. Note I.—The subject of poisons should be treated in a general manner. The common poisons classihed, and only their general symptoms and effects taught. With regard to the treatment, the first indications, viz., how to get rid of the poison is the only one which can be safely practised by non- professional persons. The administration of antidotes is the medical man’s duty. Note II.—The last half hour of each lecture should be devoted to practical work, such as the application of bandages and splints, lifting wounded, and carrying on stretchers. Note III.—There should be au interval of a week between each lecture. A candidate for examination must attend at least four out of the five lectures. Mixed classes of men and women are on no account permitted. Full particulars as to the work of the Association can be obtained from the Chief Secretary, St. John’s Gate, Clerkenwell, London, E.C. SYLLABUS OP LECTURES ON NURSING AND HYGIENE. Lecture I. The Sick Room.—Introductory remarks—Selection, preparation, and cleaning of room—Bed and bedding—Furnishing—Warming and ventila- tion. The roller bandage, and its application. Lecture II. Infection and Disinfection.—Infectious and non - infectious cases— Quarantine of patient—History of a fever case—Disinfecting and dis- infectants. The roller bandage, and its applieation. Lecture III. Details of Nursing.—The nurse—Reimlation of visitors—Management of nurse’s own health—Washing and dressing ]>atients—Bed-making— Changing sheets—Lifting hel])less patients—Sick diet—Administration of food, medicines, and stimulants. The roller bandage, and its application,