🏫 Campus Emergency Guide
School is where you spend most of your day. If pain strikes in class, dorm, or even during PE, it can be really tough! Don't panic - we've prepared this "campus survival guide" for you.
Xiao Yu's Experience:
"Once during math class, I suddenly felt such intense pain that I broke out in a cold sweat and couldn't concentrate at all. I didn't dare raise my hand to say anything, so I just had to endure it. Time felt like it was crawling by."
This is the reality for many students at school - we understand!
Classroom Emergency 3-Step Method
Quick Assessment
Feeling a bit uncomfortable? Or already in significant pain?
Discreet Self-Help
Adjust posture, deep breathing, gentle massage
Seek Help
Signal teacher or ask classmate for help
Detailed Coping Strategies
Classroom Emergency Guide
Discreet Self-Help Techniques:
- Adjust Posture
Try leaning slightly forward or gently massage your lower abdomen
- Deep Breathing
Slow, deep breaths help relax tense muscles
- Mental Distraction
Try to focus your attention on the teacher's lesson
Seeking Help:
- Signal Teacher
If pain is severe, quietly signal the teacher that you need to go to the nurse's office
- Ask Classmate for Help
Briefly explain the situation to a close friend nearby and ask her to help inform the teacher
Dorm Pain Management
Heat Therapy
- • Hot water bottle: Classic and effective
- • Hot towel: Soak towel in hot water and apply
- • Electric blanket: Use briefly, ensure safety
Comfortable Positions
- • Curled side position: Like a shrimp, gently hugging abdomen
- • Knees up: Lie back, bend knees to chest
- • Use pillows: Place under abdomen or knees
Roommate Support
- • Share experiences: Care for each other, make brown sugar water together
- • Remind each other: Acupressure techniques
- • Emotional support: Understanding and companionship matter
PE Class/Sports Event Strategies
Teacher's Perspective:
"As teachers, we want to understand students' needs, but some students are too shy to speak up. If you can tell me you're not feeling well, I'll be more understanding and supportive."
Communication Strategies:
- Communicate early: If period pain is severe, inform PE teacher in advance
- Simple explanation: "I'm not feeling well today and may not be suitable for intense exercise"
Exercise Options:
- Low-intensity exercise: Walking, light jogging, yoga, stretching can actually help
- Avoid intense exercise: High-intensity activities may worsen pain
Exam Coping Strategies
When "Big Exam" Meets "Aunt Flo"
This situation is more common than you think! Advance preparation and calm response are key.
Pre-exam Preparation
- Plan Ahead
When predicting exam might coincide with period, communicate with parents and teachers about school policies
- Careful Preparation
Ensure adequate sleep and balanced nutrition, avoid staying up late and irritating foods, apply heat therapy before exam
- Medication Preparation
If doctor prescribed pain medication, follow instructions and test in advance to ensure no side effects
During Exam Response
- Stay Calm
Don't panic when sudden discomfort occurs, immediately raise hand to report to invigilator
- Clear Communication
Quietly explain discomfort, ask if you can take a brief break or go to restroom
- Seek Help
Ask about other emergency measures, most schools will provide humanitarian care
Campus Resources
- Know in Advance
Learn about nurse's office location, hours, and counseling room info at start of term
- Seek Help Bravely
When feeling unwell or emotionally down, actively ask teacher to go to nurse's office or counseling room
- Professional Support
School nurses and counselors are professional, will protect privacy and provide effective support
Campus "Secret Supply Station" and "Emotional Refueling Station"
Nurse's office provides temporary rest space and basic pain relief advice; counseling room helps process negative emotions and teaches relaxation and coping skills.
Personal "Emergency Kit"
Keep these small items ready - they can be lifesavers in critical moments
Mini heat patches/warmers
Apply to abdomen or lower back for instant warmth
Pain medication
Carry safe pain medication with parental consent and guidance
Hot water bottle
Communicate with school about using during particularly difficult periods
Small snacks
A piece of chocolate or small candy can help distract and provide energy
Important Reminder
Everyone's body is different, and pain tolerance and coping methods vary. The above suggestions are for reference only - the best approach needs to be discovered by yourself.
If your pain is very severe, affects normal study and life, or is accompanied by other abnormal symptoms, be sure to tell your parents and teachers promptly and seek professional medical help.