Who is this lesson for?

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

What is included in the lesson?

The teaching resources include a lesson plan, a presentation, a video, worksheets, and suggested activities.

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

  1. recognise when a casualty is choking

  2. know how to react when a casualty is choking

  3. seek help if a casualty is choking.

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