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A Treatise on Bleeding.
Vein, by reason of unsteadiness; the Flesh then is damaged, and may in all probability beal very much, and torment the innocent patient Thirdly, Let no Women bleed you, but those who have gone through a course of Midwifry at the College : for those who are unskilled, may, through downright stupidity, cut an Artery, to the great damage of the employer. Besides, what is still worse, those petty pretended Blooders, who take it up at their own hand, or such as themselves, generally keep mean un-edged and rusty Launcers. Now, mean, un-edged, and rusty Launcets, would prove hurtful even in a hand of skill. Accordingly, you ought to be cautions in choosing your Physician : A man of learning knows what Vein to open, for such and such a disorder, or disorders : He knows how much "bod to take, as soon as he sees the Patient; and he can give you a wholesome advice; which will tend greatly to the satisfaction of your mınd, and health of your body.
By what has been said, you may easily guess who are qualified for this important Office; and it will prove very much to your comfort and advantage.
Nov. 3d. 1785. PETER TAYLOR.
