“I don't do drugs, I am drugs.” – Salvador Dali 

 

Like or hate his work, you’ve got to love the moustache. 

 

But when it comes to first aid in the real world — especially outdoors — things are less surreal and more serious. One of the most common questions I get asked on first aid courses, especially those focused on remote or wilderness environments, is: 

 

“Can or should I carry and give medications?” 

 

Let’s say someone turns to you and says, “I have a headache.” What do you do?