“why do you always talk about carrying narcan with the same memey tone as ibuprofenposting? like what is this bit, what are you doing” 1. I am actively trying to make it seem like an easy, normal, and non-intimidating thing to do. which it is! a lot of people have access to naloxone but don’t think to actually get any because they think they don’t have a reason to need it, but if they just saw three memes about being a narcangirl then next time they see some on offer for free to the public then they might remember “wait. I’m the public. I, too, can be a narcangirl.” 2. this isn’t even a bit for me I am genuinely like this. me and my narcan #mynarcan
Experiencing a medical emergency like an overdose is traumatic and we can support people returning to consciousness with kindness and without judgment.
ID: Tiles with rainbow gradient and large type: WELCOME BACK What to say after you respond to an overdose with naloxone. Waking up from an overdose can be traumatizing. As someone starts to wake up, give them a little bit of space and gently welcome the person back into consciousness. “Hi, friend. I’m [name] and I just had to give you Narcan. I’m sorry you don’t feel good. Sit up when you’re ready. You’re safe. I’m glad you’re alive. I’ve got you.” Repeat until the person is fully awake. If they are disoriented, give them more space. If they want to leave, don’t try to make them stay. Try to stay with the person for 90 minutes and remember to take care of yourself as well. After a medical emergency like an overdose, it is not the time for: Arguing, Shaming, or Shouting. When we are gentle with others, we also learn to be more gentle with ourselves.
