“Yes, sir.”
“And some kind of stimulating drink—say wine?”
“Yes, sir,” said the patient, rolling his eyes. “I feel as if a little wine would do me good.”
“Has the buzzing sensation left your head?”
“Very nearly, sir.”
“And you don’t feel so much pressure on your chest?”
“Well, sir, not just now.”
“Less pain too, under your left shoulder?”
The major walked up just now.
“Yes, sir; it’s not quite so painful.”