Medical instrument
Category
Medical & health
Date
Unknown
Materials
Stainless steel and rubber.
Measurements
70 mm (Width); 150 mm (Length); 51 mm (Width)
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The Workhouse, Southwell, Nottinghamshire
NT 1514695
Summary
A metal tongue clamp with rubber cushioned tips to be used in case of an anaesthetic emergency to pull tongue forwards.
Provenance
Found in the former Firbeck Infirmary during restoration.
Marks and inscriptions
Inscribed with the word 'Stainless'.