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Abstract

DR. C. H. SCHAIBLE has published a little pamphlet of 16 pages, entitled “Self-help on the Battle-field” (Selbsthufe auf dem Schlachtlelde: Trübner), for gratuitous distribution among the German troops, and solicits its reprint in Germany. In spite of the great care now bestowed upon wounded soldiers, it is practically impossible, in great engagements, for all to receive immediate attention; and immense suffering is caused by their lying as much as two days on the battle-field without being removed. In these cases the wounded soldier is thrown entirely on his own resources; presence of mind and quiet judgment are indispensable at such a moment; but both are the result of a knowledge of the proper remedies. This knowledge the author undertakes to teach in a concise and simple way, intelligible to every understanding. He first points out the articles required for immediate dressing, which might be carried by every soldier. He then explains the mode of arresting bleeding; the different steps in dressing the various kinds of wounds; the treatment of fractures; and concludes with some general rules. We earnestly hope it may afford some alleviation of the terrible sufferings caused by the present war.