First Aid

USE THIS REMEDY IF:

you have any problem requiring immediate attention. First Aid is a remedy with a very wide range of uses.

It is excellent for sudden physical trauma, whether it comes from hitting your head on the corner of a cabinet dorr, or being in an auto accident. Of course, serious injuries must receive prompt medical attention. You can use this remedy until help arrives, but call for help first.

The remedy is excellent for psychological trauma, which can occur if you almost get hit by a car, have a serious argument with an unreasoning ex-spouse, or feel frightened in the night.

It is good for ongoing trauma - BEFORE asking the boss for a raise, attending a meeting to explain why your group did not meet their deadline, or packing to move to another city.

When you suffer a physical injury, begin by using this remedy; after 3 glasses switch to PHYSICAL INJURY, page 205.

When anything negative happens to you, you can always start your recovery by using this remedy.

SPECIAL INDICATORS: (You should have one or more of these)

Physical blows to the body
Unexpected shock to the mind
Sudden emotional upset

HOW TO USE THIS REMEDY:

Make and drink this remedy every 15 minutes until you feel restored. Often two or three glasses will be all you need.

Stop using the remedy as soon as you feel better.

If you experience no improvements after 3 glasses of this remedy, switch to the most appropriate among the alternative remedies listed below, or use the RESISTANCE, page 229.

ALTERNATIVE REMEDIES TO CONSIDER:

Physical Injury, page 205
Traumatic Events, page 297
Pain, page 197
Fearfulness, page 133
Moodiness, page 185
Stress, page 261

MEDICAL ALERT:

An injury brings the likelihood that you need professional medical help, and quickly. Blows to body or head, falls, cuts or other puncture wounds usually need prompt attention. First establish that you are in no danger - then use Paper Doctor remedies. If you are not sure whether you need professional help, call 911 and tell these experts the nature of your problem.

Do not delay seeking help. Paper Doctor remedies are adjunctive to, not a substitute for, professional care.

First Aid

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