Basic first aid: heat imbalances, choking and anaphylaxis
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can explain how to help casualties suffering from heat imbalances, choking and anaphylaxis.
Key learning points
- Heat imbalances include conditions like heat exhaustion and heat stroke.
- Cold water shock can be life-threatening and requires immediate action.
- Choking requires quick and effective first aid to clear the airway.
- Anaphylaxis is a severe allergic reaction that needs urgent treatment with an adrenaline auto-injector.
Keywords
Heat imbalance - a condition where the body cannot regulate its temperature properly, leading to heat exhaustion or heat stroke
Cold water shock - a sudden and dangerous reaction of the body to cold water, causing muscle paralysis and difficulty breathing
Choking - a blockage of the airway that prevents normal breathing
Anaphylaxis - a severe allergic reaction that can cause breathing difficulties
Adrenaline auto-injector - a device used to deliver a dose of adrenaline to treat anaphylaxis
Common misconception
Cold water shock is only dangerous in very cold water.
Cold water shock can occur in any temperature below 15°C.
Teacher tip
Referencing local bodies of water that could be dangerous could be helpful to contextualise the learning.
Content guidance
Depiction or discussion of sensitive content
Depiction or discussion of sensitive content
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Match the words to the definitions.
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
Q2.Complete the sentence: If you suspect that you have broken your arm, you should it in order to restrict movement.
Q3.Which of the following are good examples of hygiene practices?
Q4.What is a sprain?
Q5.You should not treat a sting by...
Q6.A cut should be...
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Match the words to the definitions.
a condition where the body cannot regulate its temperature properly
a sudden and dangerous reaction of a body to cold water
a severe allergic reaction that can cause breathing difficulties
a device used to deliver a dose of adrenaline to treat anaphylaxis
Q2.Complete the sentence: Cold water shock can also lead to , a condition where the body cannot warm up on its own.
Q3.A heat imbalance in hot temperatures can lead to which of the following?
Q4.Order the actions that should be taken if someone is choking.
Q5.Symptoms of anaphylaxis include which of the following?
Q6.You can tell if someone is choking if they are...
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