Anatomy and physiology : designed for academies and families / by Calvin Cutter.

  • Cutter, Calvin, 1807-1873?
Date:
1847
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    worn next the skin, be frequently and thoroughly washed. This should not be forgotten in regard to children, for their blood circulating with greater rapidity than that of adults, a proportionably greater amount of waste matter is thrown off from their systems. As the bedding, after the bed has been occupied, becomes imbued with the materials eliminated from the skin of the oc- cupant, (and these excretions are most abundant during the hours of sleep,) it should be removed and washed, or well aired, by being thrown over chairs for some hours, with the doors and windows open. If this is not done, the moist bed- ding will cause a chill or cold to the system of the next occupant, and the waste matter with which the bedding is imbued, will be carried into the system by the action of the absorbents. Oftentimes diseases of a disagreeable nature are contracted in this way. This fact should be instilled into each mother's and daughter's mind. 2d. When changes of dress, from thick to thin, are neces- sary, they should always be made in the morning, when the vital powers are in full play. Many a young lady has laid the foundation of a fatal disease, by disregarding this rule, in exchanging the thick, home dress, with woollen stockings, for the flimsy dress, and hose of silk or cotton, which are con- sidered suitable for the ball-room or party. The disregard of nature's law, already adverted to, is a very common source of disease. Sudden changes in wearing apparel, as well as in food and general habits, are attended with hazard; and this is proportionate to the weakness or exhaustion of the system when the change is made. BATHING. The structure and purposes of the skin, the constant re- moval and reproduction of the cuticle, the functions of the oil-glands and perspiratory system, afford the groundwork for inferring the necessity of bathing. The cuticle is cast off in minute, powdery scales, many of which are retained upon the surface by the pressure of clothing. These mingle with the oily and saline products of the skin, and form a thin crust. Give the reason why a bed should not be made as soon as the occupant leaves it. What is said of exchange of dress from thick to thin ? What is a very common source of disease ? Give the reasons for hathing.