Health and Wellness · SHS2 Physical Education…

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: 2.1.3.LI.6 - Apply the knowledge of first aid principles to real-life scenarios and adapt responses based on the situation.

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Identify three symptoms of a suspected broken bone (fracture) from a description of a real-life injury scenario.
Describe the correct first aid steps for managing cuts, sprains, and strains, including when to seek professional medical help.
Demonstrate the step-by-step first aid procedure for managing a nosebleed and a suspected broken tibia using available materials.
Assess a given first aid scenario and justify the choice of treatment based on the principles of first aid (preserve life, prevent deterioration, promote recovery) learned in Week 5.
Use digital devices to research and present first aid management for at least two common injuries, citing reliable sources.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Physical Activity and Health (Strand 1)
Sub-strand: Health and Wellness (1.3)
Content standard: 2.1.3.CS.1 - Demonstrate understanding of health and wellness. Learning Materials 2.1.3.LO.1 Discuss human diseases and the importance of their understanding for health and well-being. 2.1.3.LO.2 Explain the concepts of disease prevention. 2.1.3.LO.3 Explain menstrual health and hygiene. 2.1.3.LO.4 Explain the concept of first aid 2.1.3.LO.5 Explain the concept of stress and its effects on health and well-being.
Indicator: 2.1.3.LI.6 - Apply the knowledge of first aid principles to real-life scenarios and adapt responses based on the situation.
Suggested placement: Semester 2, Week 6 (Week 26 of the year)
Our suggestion, laid out in curriculum order across three terms of twelve weeks. NaCCA does not fix the week, so follow your school's scheme of learning.
Curriculum reference: NaCCA curriculum document, p. 55

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

Digital-Based Learning: With the aid of their digital devices, learners research common injuries that people suffer from. Learners describe first-aid treatment strategies/methods needed to manage the common injuries such as cuts, scrapes, minor burns, bruises, sprains and strains, blisters, fracture, nosebleeds, etc.

Assessment (2.1.3.AS.6): Level 2: Describe three symptoms of a suspected broken bone. Level 3: Describe the first aid methods to use in managing cuts, sprains and strains. Level 4: Demonstrate how to manage nosebleeds and a broken tibia.

Teaching and Learning Resources:
- Online resources
- Pictures/charts
- Phones/laptops
- Projectors
- Visual
- Audio-visual aids.
- Textbooks
- Any other relevant materials.
- Any other equipment found in the community fit for purpose
- Learners explore the internet with their ICT tools (phones, laptops, etc.)