Who is this lesson for?

This lesson is suitable for pupils in Key Stage 4. The topic of bleeding is explored in greater depth than in Key Stage 2 and 3.

What is included in the lesson?

The teaching resources include:

  • KS4 Bleeding Lesson Plan (doc) - 163 KB
  • KS4 Bleeding Presentation (ppt) - 7.2 MB
  • KS4 A5 Making Blood (doc) - 379 KB
  • KS4 A7 Maths Pie chart (doc) - 62 KB
  • KS4 A11 Make a Stethoscope (doc) - 154 KB
  • KS 4 A38 Create the Circulatory System (doc) - 312 KB
  • Your Turn Bleeding (ppt) - 497 KB
  • Teacher Guidance (doc) - 155 KB

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

  1. ensure the safety of themselves and others
  2. provide first aid and reassure a casualty who has an injury and is bleeding
  3. seek medical help if required.

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