This is going to seem kind of weird, but are you right handed or left handed?

[He rips off a small piece of his sleeve]

Well, lets at least get you outta here, this is probably the worst place to be if you feel sick. Where's your room? You can lay down and I'll crack a window.

[He stands and offers her his hand, suddenly looking a wee bit worried]

A desert? That... probably means you can't swim can you?