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By the end of this lesson, students will be able to:
- Demonstrate basic first aid procedures for common emergencies
- Identify when and how to call for professional medical help
- Apply the DRSABCD action plan (Danger, Response, Send for help, Airway, Breathing, CPR, Defibrillation)

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This lesson aligns with MELCS PE standards for Grade 9:
- Demonstrates understanding of basic first aid principles
- Shows responsibility and concern for personal and others' safety during physical activities

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How can quick thinking and proper first aid knowledge save lives in emergency situations?

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Teacher demonstrates the DRSABCD action plan using a mannequin. Students will take notes and ask questions about each step.

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In pairs, students will create digital flashcards on Padlet showcasing different first aid scenarios and appropriate responses. Each pair will be assigned specific emergency situations.

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Students rotate through stations practicing:
1. Recovery position
2. Bandaging techniques
3. CPR chest compressions
4. Checking vital signs

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The Recovery Position - First Aid Training - St John Ambulance

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Watch a virtual interview with a paramedic discussing common first aid mistakes and tips.

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First Aid Skills | Questions To Ask In An Emergency | Paramedic Approved | Episode 6

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Advanced students can research and present information about specific medical conditions that require specialized first aid approaches (diabetes, epilepsy, severe allergies).

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Teacher observation during station rotations using a skills checklist for proper technique and procedure.

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Students will use Padlet to provide constructive feedback on their classmates' first aid demonstration videos.

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Students will demonstrate proper first aid techniques for two randomly selected emergency scenarios.

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iRubric: Demonstration of First Aid Skills rubric - U5332A

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iRubric U5332A: Students will be put in a simulated emergrency situation using the manikins as the victims. The students will need to approach the situation and be able to identify each victims symptoms and treat them with the proper first aid skills. The student will also be able to examine their own performance and critique their performance. The student will approach the situation with safety, identifying the symptoms, putting knowledge into action and treating the victim with proper first aid skills.. Free rubric builder and assessment tools.

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Class discussion: What was the most challenging first aid procedure to learn and why?

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Students complete a 3-2-1 exit slip:
3 things they learned
2 things they want to practice more
1 question they still have

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Create a basic first aid kit for home use. Document and explain the purpose of each item included.

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Complete the interactive first aid scenarios quiz to reinforce learning.

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We've written these free first aid quizzes so you can test your knowledge of first aid & CPR. Each first aid quiz is free to take and will display your total score and answer explanations at the end of the quiz.

A first aid quiz is a great way to test your knowledge of first aid, especially if you've just taken a first aid class or recently completed one of our free online first aid & CPR courses.

You can also use these free quizzes to revise for any upcoming first aid & CPR tests or exams. We've updated our questions to follow the latest CPR and first aid guidelines from the American Heart Association and European Resuscitation Council.

First Aid Principles Quiz

Basic First Aid Quiz

EMT Quizzes

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We've written these free first aid quizzes so you can test your knowledge of first aid & CPR. Each first aid quiz is free to take and will display your total score and answer explanations at the end of the quiz.

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Create a family emergency response plan including important phone numbers and basic first aid procedures.