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Non-communicable diseases II

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TERM – 3RD TERM

WEEK FOUR

Class: Senior Secondary School 2

Age: 16 years

Duration: 40 minutes of 5 periods each

Date:

Subject: HEALTH EDUCATION

Topic: NON-COMMUNICABLE DISEASES II

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

I.) Identify the symptoms of non-communicable diseases

II.) Describe the preventive measures for non-communicable diseases

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 identifies symptoms of non-communicable diseases.

Students listens attentively to the teacher                                                                          

STEP 2

EXPLANATION

Teacher discuss the preventive measures against non-communicable diseases.

Students exhibit attentiveness and active engagement

STEP 3

NOTE TAKING

The teacher writes a summarized

note on the board

The students

copy the note in

their books

 

NOTE

NON-COMMUNICABLE DISEASES II.

Symptoms of non-communicable diseases

Common symptoms of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) vary widely depending on the specific condition but may include:

  1. Persistent fatigue.
  2. Unexplained weight loss or gain.
  3. Shortness of breath.
  4. Chest pain
  5. High blood pressure
  6. Frequent urination
  7. Increased thirst
  8. Vision problems
  9. Numbness or tingling in extremities
  10. Sometimes changes in bowel habits.

These symptoms can be indicative of various NCDs such as heart disease, diabetes, cancer, respiratory diseases, and neurological disorders.

Prevention of non-communicable diseases

Prevention of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) involves lifestyle changes and public health measures. These include:

  1. Promoting healthy diets.
  2. Regular physical activity.
  3. Avoiding tobacco and excessive alcohol consumption.
  4. Ensuring access to healthcare services for early detection and management of conditions like hypertension and diabetes.
  5. Additionally, policies that create supportive environments for healthy living, such as urban planning that encourages walking and cycling, are also important.

EVALUATION: 1. Mention 5 symptoms of non-communicable diseases

  1. Identify 5 preventive measures against non-communicable diseases

CLASSWORK: As in evaluation

CONCLUSION: The teacher commends the students positively