Drugs first aid
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If someone gets too hot and dehydrates - a particular danger for people taking ecstasy in a club:
- Move them to a cooler quiet area - outside is often best;
- Remove excess clothing and try to cool them down;
- Encourage them to sip non-alcoholic fluids like water and soft drinks, but make sure they don't overhydrate;
- If symptoms persist call an ambulance, but make sure someone stays with them.
If someone faints or loses consciousness:
- Place them in the recovery position;
- Check their breathing. Be prepared to do mouth-to-mouth resuscitation;
- Call an ambulance;
- Keep them warm, but not too hot;
- If they're slipping in and out of consciousness, don't attempt to give them fluids as they can easily choke.
Find out more about emergency first aid.
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