Signs and Symptoms: Applied Pathologic Physiology and Clinical Interpretation

As for the means, morphine in quickly cumulative doses is one of the best. Insulin produces unconsciousness easily; as little as 40 units may be fatal to a cachectic patient, while others need much more. Venesection is unreliable. Relatives should be warned that the patient is worse, and is reaching unconsciousness rapidly. One other point about such treatmentthe doctor should always give the drug himself, for he takes the direct responsibility in that way." The book is easy and pleasing to read, and unique in its coverage of important and neglected subjects.