INSECTS IN THE EAR.—­Insects in the ear may be easily killed by pouring oil in the ear, after which remove by syringing. (See foreign bodies in ear.)

TO REMOVE HARDENED EAR WAX.—­Hardened ear wax may be softened by dropping into the ear some oil or glycerine, and then syringing. (See foreign bodies in ear.)

FOREIGN BODIES IN EYE.—­To remove small particles from the eye, unless they have penetrated the globe, or become fixed in the conjunctiva, do as follows: 

Grasp the upper lid between the thumb and forefinger, lift it from the eyeball, and having drawn it down as far as possible outside the lower lid, let it slide slowly back to its place, resting upon the lower lid as it goes back; and then wipe the edges of the lids with a soft handkerchief to remove the foreign substance.  This may be repeated a number of times, if necessary, without injury.  Should this means fail, evert the lids and remove the foreign substance, by touching it lightly with the fold of a handkerchief, or with the point of a roll of paper made like a candle-lighter; or, if necessary, with a small pair of forceps.  A drop of sweet oil instilled in the eye, while perfectly harmless, provokes a flow of tears that will frequently wash away any light substance.

Bits of metal, sharp pieces of sand, etc. sometimes penetrate the globe of the eye, and, unless removed, may excite so much inflammation as to destroy the eye.  They should he removed by a competent surgeon.

FAINTING.—­Lay the person who has fainted in a current of air, or in

such a position that the air from an open window or door will have full play upon the face.  Do not allow parties to crowd closely around, but give the sufferer plenty of room.  Recovery will take place in a few minutes.  The clothes also may be opened, and cold water sprinkled upon the face, hands and chest; and some pungent substance, as smelling salts, camphor, aromatic vinegar, etc., may be applied to the nostrils; and as soon as able to swallow, a little fresh water, or spirits and water, may be given.  Persons who faint easily should avoid crowded rooms and places where the air is close.

FITS.—­See Convulsions.

CLOTHING ON FIRE.—­If a woman’s clothes catch on fire, let her instantly roll herself over and over on the ground.  In case any one be present, let them throw her down and do the like, and then wrap her up in a table-cloth, rug, coat, or the first woolen article that can be found.

FRACTURES.—­As we can only give general rules for treating the various fractures, we would advise any one suffering from such to immediately apply to the nearest surgeon, and not rely upon an inexperienced party.