First aid party drugs

You find a helpless person at a party?
Dhe right reaction can save lives!

Most important rule:
Keep calm

⫸ NEVER leave the person affected alone!
⫸ GET HELP! It's usually easier with two or three people! If in doubt, always call 112.

Is the person responsive?

⫸ Address the person and check vital signs: Is the person breathing? If necessary, provide stimuli.
⫸ Wet face lightly with water or place a wet cloth on the back of the neck.
⫸ If the person is responsive again: See above.

The person is not reacting?

⫸ Observe self-protection!
⫸ Protect person from further injury, if possible place something soft under the head.
⫸ NEVER put anything in the mouth!
⫸ After the seizure, place the person in the recovery position.
⫸ Always seek medical assistance. Person should be examined and, if necessary, remain under observation in hospital.

Overheating / dehydration

Warning signs: dizziness, fainting, headache, fatigue.

⫸ Move person to a quiet, cool place.
⫸ Have person drink water in small sips. No alcohol or caffeine.
⫸ Offer magnesium and glucose or sugary drinks.

Circulatory congestion

⫸ Signs: Paleness, wet skin and rapid pulse.
⫸ Place person in shock position: lie flat on the floor with back, legs slightly elevated.
⫸ Offer something to cover
⫸ Reassure person. Do not offer stimulant substances
⫸ Pass glucose and water or sugary drinks.

"Bad" trip (Difficult trip)

⫸ Take a breath. If you’re calm, this will reflect onto the other person.
⫸ Protect the person, accompany them to a safe space. Send away disruptive people, involve helpful/supportive friends. 
⫸ Act mindfully. Listen. Give the person time.
⫸ Check for physical discomfort, call emergency services if necessary. 
⫸ Consciously breathe together: slowly and calmly in and out.
⫸ Check basic needs: air, warm/cold, rest, food/drink, toilet.
⫸ Offer what might do well: Cozy corner, tasty drink, etc.
⫸ Do not encroach. Never touch without consent. If desired, a hug can be helpful.
⫸ Get the support you need - trip sitting can be exhausting. Don't work alone. Give yourself breaks.
⫸ Always give the person an offer of further help before parting ways.

"The 5 W's"

WHO is calling?

WHERE did it happen? Give exact location, send other person outside to brief RTW.

WHAT happened?

Inform them exactly what you observed and what was consumed (do not speculate). Medics are bound by confidentiality.

When emergency services arrive on the scene:

HOW? many people are involved?

WAIT on queries

Inform them exactly what you observed and what was consumed (do not speculate). Medics are bound by confidentiality.

Tips:

⫸ Take a breath. If you’re calm, this will reflect onto the other person.
⫸ Protect the person, accompany them to a safe space. Send away disruptive people, involve helpful/supportive friends. 
⫸ Act mindfully. Listen. Give the person time.
⫸ Check for physical discomfort, call emergency services if necessary. 
⫸ Consciously breathe together: slowly and calmly in and out.
⫸ Check basic needs: air, warm/cold, rest, food/drink, toilet.
⫸ Offer what might do well: Cozy corner, tasty drink, etc.
⫸ Do not encroach. Never touch without consent. If desired, a hug can be helpful.
⫸ Get the support you need - trip sitting can be exhausting. Don't work alone. Give yourself breaks.
⫸ Always give the person an offer of further help before parting ways.