Household Surgery: Or, Hints On Emergencies. With an Additional Chapter On Poisons

By John Flint South

Book Overview

Household Surgery: Or Hints On Emergencies is a book written by John Flint South and originally published in 1850. The book is a guide to basic surgical procedures that can be performed at home in case of emergencies. It covers a wide range of topics including fractures, dislocations, burns, scalds, wounds, and other injuries that may occur in the household. The author provides clear and concise instructions on how to treat these injuries using simple tools and materials that can be found in most households. The book also includes illustrations and diagrams to aid in the understanding of the procedures. The author emphasizes the importance of proper hygiene and sanitation to prevent infection and the need for seeking professional medical attention in serious cases. Overall, Household Surgery: Or Hints On Emergencies is a practical and informative resource for anyone seeking to learn basic surgical procedures for emergencies.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165434601
• ISBN13: 9781165434602
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 408 Pages
• Weight: 1.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"