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at first, the sights disclosed upon the bandages being removed were to me repulsive. I was glad to know that I was in the ward where the sufferers were and I felt as though one could not do enough to relieve these poor beggars who could not help themselves.
When 7 am arrived and, with it, the day staff, I was as tired as I have ever been, but I was satisfied in my weariness and went off to bed at 8 am on
September 24th: -
Slept well all day, although it seemed strange doing so.
When at 9 pm I went on duty again a stiff breeze was blowing and the sea rough, so, by midnight I was sprinting in great style as 50% of the patients were seasick in addition to their other complaints. One chap became delirious at 1 am and the doctor was summoned, he, pronouncing the case a serious one which needed close attention. Hourly temperatures were to be taken & spongings also, so I had a busy night again, few of the others sleeping well.
Relieved at 7 am on
September 25th: -
Slept well, being very tired.
On duty again at 9 pm, but, fortunately to-night was far easier than the previous one. I was very pleased at being able to attend when the wounds were being dressed for it was interesting indeed to see the numerous & various effects