Lesson Notes By Weeks and Term - Junior Secondary 2

First Aid

Get it on Google Play
Get it on the Apple App Store
  1. Home
  2. Lesson Notes By Weeks and Term
  3. Junior Secondary 2
  4. First Aid

TERM – 1ST TERM

WEEK ONE

Class: Junior Secondary School 2

Age: 13 years

Duration: 40 minutes of 5 periods each

Date:

Subject: BASIC TECHNOLOGY

Topic:  FIRST AID

SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES: At the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to

  1. Define first Aid
  2. Identify Materials found in a first aid
  3. Identify the applications of simpe first aid.

INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES: Identification, explanation, questions and answers,

demonstration, videos from source

INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS:   Videos, loud speaker, textbook, pictures,

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES

PERIOD 1-2

PRESENTATION

TEACHER’S ACTIVITY

STUDENT’S

ACTIVITY

STEP 1

INTRODUCTION

The teacher explains the meaning of first aid

Students pay

attention

STEP 2

EXPLANATION

Teacher identify and describe the materials found in a first aid box

Students pay

attention and

participate

STEP 3

DEMONSTRATION

Teacher discusses the applications  of simpe first aid.

Students pay

attention and

participate

STEP 4

NOTE TAKING

The teacher writes a summarized

note on the board

The students

copy the note in

their books

 

NOTE

FIRST AID

First aid is the immediate assistance or treatment given to someone who has been injured or is suddenly taken ill. It aims to preserve life, prevent the condition from worsening, and promote recovery until professional medical help arrives.

Materials found in a first aid box

A well-equipped first aid box typically includes:

  1. Adhesive bandages (various sizes)
  2. Sterile gauze and dressings
  3. Adhesive tape
  4. Antiseptic wipes or solution
  5. Tweezers and scissors
  6. Disposable gloves
  7. Pain relievers (e.g., acetaminophen or ibuprofen)
  8. Antihistamine tablets for allergic reactions
  9. CPR face shield
  10. Triangular bandages
  11. Instant cold packs
  12. Thermometer
  13. Tweezers
  14. Emergency contact information and first aid manual

Application of simple first Aid

The following are simple first aid measures for different types of accidents:

  1. Cuts and Scrapes:

   - Clean the wound with mild soap and water.

   - Apply an antiseptic ointment.

   - Cover with a sterile bandage or dressing.

  1. Burns:

   - For minor burns, cool the affected area with cold running water.

   - Cover the burn with a sterile non-stick dressing.

   - Do not use ice.

  1. Sprains and Strains:

   - Rest the injured area.

   - Apply ice wrapped in a cloth for swelling.

   - Elevate the injured limb if possible.

  1. Fractures or Broken Bones:

   - Call for professional medical help.

   - Immobilize the injured area using a splint or bandages.

   - Support the injured limb to prevent unnecessary movement.

  1. Choking:

   - Encourage coughing if the person can breathe.

   - Perform abdominal thrusts (Heimlich maneuver) if the person is unable to breathe.

  1. Heart Attack:

   - Call emergency services immediately.

   - Have the person sit down, rest, and keep calm.

   - If they have prescribed medication (e.g., aspirin), assist them in taking it.

  1. Bleeding:

   - Apply direct pressure with a sterile cloth or bandage.

   - Elevate the injured area if possible.

   - Maintain pressure until bleeding stops.

  1. Poisoning:

   - Call poison control or emergency services.

   - Provide information on the ingested substance.

   - Do not induce vomiting unless directed by professionals.

EVALUATION: 1. What is First aid?

  1. Identify 10 materials found in a first aid box.
  2. Explain the simple application for fractures/broken bone.

CLASSWORK: As in evaluation

CONCLUSION: The teacher commends the students positively