96 PRIVATE PRESCRIPTIONS 
nothing can be done, but if an aneurism appears on the 
outside of the body apply ice or cold water and a compress 
to the swelling. 
Thumps. 
This is a peculiar spasmodic action of the heart, and is - 
brought about by over exertion. It is most likely to occur 
in summer. 
HOW TO KNOW IT 
The heart thumps away as if it wanted to get out, often 
shaking the entire body, the patient usually sweats freely 
and puts on an anxious expression as if in distress; the 
breathing is labored. 
WHAT TO" DO. 
Give the patient rest and stimulate the hea t’s action 
with this: 
PRESCRIPTION. 
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Digitalis, Fluid Extract of . . . 2 (3omi@eop@s 
Opium, Tincture of .-.. . .°. . 2 dihaeimme 
Water, q.s adi... 24.2) ee 
Mix and give at one dose and repeat 3 or 4 times a day for 
several days. 
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