a condition where the body cannot regulate its temperature properly, leading to heat exhaustion or heat stroke

a sudden and dangerous reaction of the body to cold water, causing muscle paralysis and difficulty breathing

a blockage of the airway that prevents normal breathing

a severe allergic reaction that can cause breathing difficulties

a device used to deliver a dose of adrenaline to treat anaphylaxis

Basic first aid: heat imbalances, choking and anaphylaxis

RSHE (PSHE)

Basic first aid: cuts, burns, breaks and sprains, and stings

Basic first aid: unconsciousness

This unit teaches essential first aid skills for managing injuries and emergencies. Pupils learn to treat cuts, burns, fractures, sprains and stings, respond to heat imbalances, choking and anaphylaxis, and provide care for unconscious casualties confidently.

Staying safe and healthy: What do I need to know about basic first aid?

Subjects which particular individuals may be sensitive to, eg, adoption, migration, bereavement or death, divorce, poverty, deprivation.

Depiction or discussion of sensitive content

Physical illness or injury, medical procedures, blood.

a condition where the body cannot regulate its temperature properly

a sudden and dangerous reaction of a body to cold water

Complete the sentence: Cold water shock can also lead to {{}}, a condition where the body cannot warm up on its own.

A heat imbalance in hot temperatures can lead to which of the following?

Order the actions that should be taken if someone is choking.

Symptoms of anaphylaxis include which of the following?

You can tell if someone is choking if they are...

an inflammation of the stomach and intestines

discomfort in the stomach from a difficulty in digesting food

a common viral infection of the nose and throat

an area of irritated or swollen skin, often red and itchy

a reaction by the immune system to usually harmless substances

Complete the sentence: If you suspect that you have broken your arm, you should {{}} it in order to restrict movement.

Which of the following are good examples of hygiene practices?

cooling the area with cool, running water

taking over-the-counter medicines if needed

Basic first aid: heat imbalances, choking and anaphylaxis

Lesson outcome

Content guidance