Sources of Danger: Fake Drug Intake

Primary 1 Third Term Lesson Notes

Security Education

Week 6

Topic:

Fake Drug Intake

Previous lesson:

• Sources of Danger: Eating Contaminated Foods

Learning Objectives:

By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:

1. Define drug
2. Mention the dangers of taking fake drugs

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Learning Activities

• Individual pupils define drug
• Pupils as a class, mention different types of drugs
• Pupils in small groups, discuss the danger of taking fake drugs

Embedded Core Skills

1. Communication and Collaboration
2. Leadership skills and Personal Development
3. Digital Literacy

Learning Resources

1. Textbook
2. Charts showing list of fake drugs sold in the market

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Content

A drug is a substance, usually synthetic or natural, that has a physiological effect when ingested, injected, or otherwise introduced into the body. Drugs can be used for medicinal purposes to treat, prevent or cure diseases or used recreationally to alter mood or consciousness.

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Topic: Fake Drug Intake

1. Introduction: Fake drugs are medicines that are not genuine or counterfeit. They are produced and sold to deceive people into thinking that they are buying genuine medicines.
2. Signs of Fake Drugs:

• Wrong packaging or labeling
• Different shape, color, or size from the genuine drug
• Unusual taste, smell, or texture
• No improvement in symptoms after taking the medication

3. Dangers of Taking Fake Drugs:

• It can worsen the condition being treated
• It can cause new health problems
• It can lead to death in severe cases

4. How to Avoid Fake Drugs:

• Buy medications from licensed pharmacies
• Check the packaging and labeling before buying
• Verify the authenticity of the drug with relevant authorities
• Ask a healthcare professional for advice

5. Example: If you have a headache and you buy a drug from a roadside vendor, it may not be a genuine drug. It may worsen your headache or even cause a more severe problem. Always buy your medication from a licensed pharmacy and consult a healthcare professional for advice

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Evaluation

1. What are fake drugs? a) Genuine medicines b) Counterfeit medicines c) Rare medicines
2. How can you identify fake drugs? a) They are the same shape, color, and size as the genuine drug b) They have the same taste and smell as the genuine drug c) They have wrong packaging or labeling
3. What should you do if you suspect you have taken a fake drug? a) Keep taking it until you feel better b) Report it to a healthcare professional c) Ignore it and hope it goes away
4. What can happen if you take a fake drug? a) You may get better faster b) It can worsen the condition being treated c) You may experience no side effects
5. Where should you buy medication from? a) Roadside vendors b) Licensed pharmacies c) Friends and family
6. What should you check before buying medication? a) Packaging and labeling b) Expiration date c) Color of the medication
7. Who can you ask for advice on medication? a) Your teacher b) A healthcare professional c) Your friends
8. What should you do if you find a fake drug being sold? a) Buy it b) Report it to relevant authorities c) Keep quiet
9. How can you verify the authenticity of a drug? a) By checking the color of the medication b) By asking a friend c) By checking with relevant authorities
10. Can taking fake drugs lead to death? a) Yes b) No c) Sometimes

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The dangers of taking fake drugs include:

1. Worsening of the condition being treated: Fake drugs may not contain the right amount of active ingredients needed to treat a particular condition. As a result, the condition being treated may worsen.
2. New health problems: Fake drugs may contain harmful or toxic substances that can cause new health problems or side effects.
3. Drug resistance: Taking fake drugs can contribute to the development of drug resistance, which makes it difficult to treat diseases in the future.
4. Death: In severe cases, taking fake drugs can lead to death

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Evaluation

1. Fake drugs may not contain the right amount of __________ needed to treat a particular condition. a) harmful substances b) active ingredients c) sugar
2. Fake drugs can cause new __________ problems or side effects. a) financial b) health c) social
3. Taking fake drugs can contribute to the development of __________ resistance. a) food b) drug c) water
4. Fake drugs can __________ the condition being treated. a) improve b) worsen c) have no effect on
5. In severe cases, taking fake drugs can lead to __________. a) happiness b) sadness c) death
6. Fake drugs may contain __________ substances that can be harmful to the body. a) active b) toxic c) natural
7. To avoid taking fake drugs, it is important to buy medication from __________ pharmacies. a) unlicensed b) licensed c) private
8. Before buying medication, it is important to check the __________ and labeling. a) expiration date b) color of the medication c) packaging
9. If you suspect you have taken a fake drug, it is important to report it to a __________ professional. a) healthcare b) security c) legal
10. Taking fake drugs can __________ your life and health. a) improve b) compromise c) have no effect on

Lesson Plan Presentation

Previous Lesson 

• Sources of Danger: Eating Contaminated Foods

Introduction (5 minutes):

• Greet the pupils and introduce the lesson topic
• Ask the pupils if they know what a drug is and if they have ever taken medication before
• Explain to the pupils that drugs can be helpful but also dangerous if not taken properly

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Body (20 minutes):

1. Define Drug (5 minutes):

• Write the definition of a drug on the board
• Ask the pupils to repeat the definition after you
• Give examples of drugs, such as painkillers, antibiotics, and vitamins

2. Fake Drug Intake (5 minutes):

• Explain what fake drugs are and how they are produced and sold to deceive people
• Show pictures of genuine and fake drugs to help the pupils understand the difference
• Use sample medication packs to demonstrate what to look for when buying medication

3. Signs of Fake Drugs (5 minutes):

• Show a chart or picture of signs of fake drugs, such as wrong packaging or labeling, different shape or size, and unusual taste or smell
• Ask the pupils to identify which medication is genuine and which is fake, using the signs they have learned

4. Dangers of Taking Fake Drugs (5 minutes):

• Explain the dangers of taking fake drugs, such as worsening of the condition being treated, new health problems, drug resistance, and death
• Emphasize the importance of buying medication from licensed pharmacies and asking a healthcare professional for advice

Conclusion (5 minutes):

• Recap the main points of the lesson, such as the definition of a drug, what fake drugs are, signs of fake drugs, and dangers of taking fake drugs
• Ask the pupils if they have any questions or concerns
• Encourage the pupils to share what they have learned with their family and friends

Assessment:

• To assess the pupils’ understanding of the lesson, ask them to identify which medication is genuine and which is fake, using the signs of fake drugs they have learned.

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Weekly Assessment /Test 

1. A drug is a substance that has a __________ effect when introduced into the body. a) physical b) emotional c) mental
2. Fake drugs are produced and sold to __________ people. a) help b) deceive c) cure
3. Taking fake drugs can __________ the condition being treated. a) improve b) worsen c) have no effect on
4. Fake drugs may contain __________ substances that can cause new health problems. a) active b) toxic c) natural
5. Genuine and fake drugs can be differentiated by the __________. a) color b) size c) packaging
6. Fake drugs can contribute to the development of __________ resistance. a) food b) drug c) water
7. Buying medication from __________ pharmacies is important to avoid taking fake drugs. a) unlicensed b) licensed c) private
8. Before buying medication, it is important to check the __________ and labeling. a) expiration date b) color of the medication c) packaging
9. The dangers of taking fake drugs include __________. a) financial gain b) worsening of the condition being treated c) happiness
10. Taking fake drugs can lead to __________ in severe cases. a) sadness b) death c) improvement
11. __________ are used to treat, prevent, or cure diseases. a) Toys b) Drugs c) Clothes
12. Fake drugs can cause __________ effects. a) harmful b) beneficial c) neutral
13. If you suspect you have taken a fake drug, it is important to report it to a __________ professional. a) healthcare b) security c) legal
14. Signs of fake drugs include wrong __________ or labeling. a) packaging b) color c) size
15. Fake drugs can __________ your health and life. a) improve b) compromise c) have no effect on
16. Differentiating between genuine and fake drugs can prevent __________. a) drug resistance b) happiness c) financial gain
17. __________ can lead to the development of drug resistance. a) Taking fake drugs b) Taking genuine drugs c) Taking vitamins
18. Buying medication from __________ can increase the risk of taking fake drugs. a) licensed pharmacies b) unlicensed pharmacies c) hospitals
19. It is important to __________ the authenticity of a drug before taking it. a) check b) ignore c) assume
20. Fake drugs may not contain the right amount of __________ needed to treat a particular condition. a) harmful substances b) active ingredients c) sugar

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