First Aid Security Education Primary 1 Second Term Lesson Notes Week 6

Security Education

Primary 1 Second Term Lesson Notes Week 6 – First Aid in Emergencies

Subject: Security Education
Class: Primary 1
Term: Second Term
Week: 6
Age: 6-7 years
Topic: First Aid in Emergencies
Sub-topic: Basic First Aid Procedures
Duration: 40 minutes

Behavioral Objectives

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

1. Understand the meaning of first aid.
2. Identify basic first aid procedures.
3. Demonstrate how to apply basic first aid in simple emergency situations like cuts, bruises, and burns.

Keywords

• First Aid
• Emergency
• Injury
• Treatment
• Safety

Set Induction

The teacher asks the pupils:

1. Have you ever had an injury?
2. What did you do when you hurt yourself?
3. Who helped you when you got hurt?

Entry Behavior

Pupils should be familiar with basic safety at home and school and should know that accidents can happen at any time.

Learning Resources and Materials

• Pictures of first aid kits
• A simple first aid kit (bandages, cotton wool, antiseptic cream, etc.)
• Chart showing common injuries (cuts, bruises, burns)
• Demonstration materials (e.g., a toy to simulate injuries)

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge

In previous lessons, pupils have learned about safety precautions at home and school. This lesson connects to the importance of knowing what to do when an accident occurs.

Embedded Core Skills

• Critical Thinking: Thinking about how to handle emergencies.
• Problem-Solving: Finding solutions to simple injuries.
• Communication: Explaining what to do in an emergency.

Learning Materials

• First Aid Kit
• Posters and charts with first aid steps
• Toy to simulate injuries for demonstration

Reference Books

• Lagos State Scheme of Work for Primary Education
• Health and Safety Manuals for Primary Schools

Instructional Materials

• Pictures of different injuries (cuts, bruises, burns)
• A simple first aid kit for demonstration
• Bandages and cotton wool for practical demonstration

Content

1. Definition of First Aid
First aid is the basic help given to someone who is injured or unwell before medical help arrives. It involves simple procedures that can help the injured person feel better or stop the injury from getting worse.

2. Common Types of Injuries and How to Give First Aid:

• Cuts and Scratches: Clean the wound with water, apply an antiseptic, and cover it with a bandage.
• Bruises: Apply a cold compress or ice wrapped in a cloth to reduce swelling.
• Burns: Run cold water over the burn for 10-20 minutes and cover with a clean cloth.
• Insect Bites: Apply a cold compress to reduce swelling and discomfort.
• Nosebleeds: Pinch the nose and lean forward slightly to avoid swallowing blood.

3. Simple First Aid Procedures

• Always stay calm.
• If the injury is serious, call for help (teacher, parent, or another adult).
• Never move a person who may be seriously hurt.

Evaluation Questions

1. What is first aid?
2. What should you do if you get a small cut?
3. How do you treat a bruise?
4. What do you do for a burn?
5. What should you do for a nosebleed?
6. When should you call for adult help?
7. What is the first thing you should do when someone is hurt?
8. What is the purpose of a bandage in first aid?
9. Why should you never move a person who is seriously injured?
10. What can you use to stop a wound from bleeding?

Teacher’s Activities

1. Introduction: Start by asking pupils about accidents or injuries they’ve experienced.
2. Demonstration: Show the first aid kit and explain the items inside (bandages, antiseptic, cotton wool).
3. Explanation: Teach about common injuries (cuts, bruises, burns) and how to treat them.
4. Demonstration: Using a toy or a volunteer, show how to apply bandages, cold compresses, etc.
5. Practice: Let pupils practice with the materials on each other (under supervision).
6. Conclusion: Review the importance of knowing first aid and staying calm in an emergency.

Learners’ Activities

1. Pupils will listen and ask questions about first aid.
2. Pupils will watch and participate in the demonstration of first aid procedures.
3. Pupils will practice simple first aid techniques like bandaging and applying cold compresses on toys or classmates (if appropriate).
4. Pupils will answer questions about first aid.

Assessment

1. What is first aid?
2. What should you do when you get a bruise?
3. How do you treat a burn?
4. If you get a cut, what is the first thing you should do?
5. Why is it important to stay calm in an emergency?
6. What should you never do when someone is injured?
7. How can you help someone who has a nosebleed?
8. What is the purpose of using antiseptic cream?
9. How can cold compresses help injuries?
10. Who should you call if someone is badly injured?

Conclusion

The teacher reviews the importance of first aid, emphasizing staying calm in an emergency. The teacher will provide feedback and praise students for their participation and understanding.

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