Ambroise Pare - An Alternative to Boiling Oil

The transcript describes a situation where a shortage of oil led to the creation of a new ointment using egg yolks, oil of roses, and turpentine, inspired by Roman practices. The new ointment proved effective in healing soldiers' wounds, unlike the old oil method, which resulted in severe conditions or death. Consequently, the narrator decided to abandon the old method and adopt a new technique involving silk thread to stop bleeding.

What ingredients did the narrator use to create the new ointment?

• Honey, olive oil, and vinegar

• Egg yolks, oil of roses, and turpentine

• Beeswax, almond oil, and chamomile

• Aloe vera, coconut oil, and lavender

What was the condition of the soldiers treated with the new ointment the next day?

• They were in a worse state

• They showed signs of recovery

• They were unchanged

• They developed new symptoms

What was the outcome for soldiers treated with the old oil method?

• They showed no change

• They were in a terrible state

• They recovered quickly

• They had minor improvements

What technique did the narrator decide to use to stop bleeding?

• Compression

• Ligature

• Bandaging

• Cauterization

Why did the narrator decide to stop using the old oil method?

• It was not traditional

• It was difficult to apply

• It was ineffective and harmful

• It was too expensive