Class: Primary 5
Term: 3rd term
Subject: Basic Science Adn Technology
Curriculum theme: Physical And Health Education
Previous Lesson: Uses And Consequences Of Using Drugs
Topic: Ways Of Taking Drugs
content/Learning Area: Ways of taking drugs: oral consumption, rubbing, injecting, inhaling
Time Allocation: 40 minutes

Performance Objectives

by the end of the lesson, pupils should be able too:

Cognitive Domain: Explain the various ways drugs can be taken.
Affective Domain: Show willingness to follow safe and correct drug-taking methods.
Psychomotor Domain: Demonstrate with role-play how drugs can be taken through different methods.
Social Domain: collaborate in groups to discuss the importance of correct drug use.

Reference Materials

The following resources were used in planning this lesson:

9 Years Basic Education Curriculum
Abuja Educational Resource Center scheme of Work
NAPPS National Unified Scheme of Work
Online Information from: Desert Hope – Understand the Methods of drug Administration
Relevant Textbooks

Instructional Materials

To deliver this lesson, the teacher will employ the help of the following materials:

drug samples (e.g. tablets, creams, syringes – for illustration only)
Charts showing different methods of taking drugs
Flashcards with drug types and uses
Posters illustrating safe drug-taking habits
Whiteboard and marker

Rationale for the Lesson

It is important for pupils to know the correct ways to take drugs to prevent misuse and promote health and safety.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Pupils have seen or taken medicine at home and can relate to using tablets or rubbing ointment when sick.

lesson Content

Ways of Taking Drugs

Drugs are substances used to treat or prevent sickness. Drugs can be taken in different ways to help the body.

The following are ways of taking drugs:

Oral Consumption: Oral consumption means taking drugs through the mouth. It is the most common method. Examples include:

– Tablets
– Capsules
– Syrups
– Solutions
– Suspensions

Rubbing on the Skin: Some drugs are used on the skin.Thes help with skin problems or body pain. Examples are:

– Ointments
– Creams
– Lotions
– Gels
– Patches

Injecting into the Body: Drugs can also be given through injections using needles. This is done by a nurse or doctor.Examples include:

– Intramuscular injections (into the muscle)
– Subcutaneous injections (under the skin)
– Intravenous injections (into the vein)
– Intradermal injections (into the skin)
– Bolus injections (single, large dose)

Inhaling through the Nose: Some drugs are taken by breathing them into the nose. This helps with nose and breathing issues. Examples are:

– Inhalers
– Nose sprays
– Vaporizers
– Nebulizers
– Nasal drops

Teaching Methods

To deliver this lesson,‌ ⁤the teacher will⁤ adopt⁤ the following methods: Discussion, Lecture, Explanation, Demonstration, Storytelling, Visual Aids

Instructional Procedures

To deliver this lesson, the teacher will adopt the following steps:

Step 1: Introduction

Time: 5 mins
Teaching Skill: Set Induction
Teacher’s Activity: Tells a story of a sick child treated with drugs in different ways
Pupils’ Activity: Listen and answer questions on the story

Step 2: Oral Consumption

Time: 7 mins
Teaching Skill: Explanation, Visual Aid
Teacher’s Activity: shows pictures and samples of tablets and syrups and explains how they are taken
Pupils’ Activity: Observe samples and explain how they have taken drugs before

Step 3: Rubbing on Skin

Time: 6 mins
Teaching Skill: Demonstration
Teacher’s Activity: Displays ointments and creams, explains how and when to use them
Pupils’ Activity: Participate in demonstration of rubbing action

Step 4: Injecting into Body

Time: 6 mins
Teaching skill: Visual Aid, Explanation
Teacher’s Activity: Shows image of injection and explains its use and why only health workers inject
pupils’ Activity: Identify parts of the body used for injection

Step 5: Inhaling through Nose

Time: 5 mins
Teaching Skill: Explanation
Teacher’s Activity: Shows an inhaler image and explains how it helps nose and breathing problems
Pupils’ Activity: Pretend to use inhaler while teacher guides

Step 6: Note-Taking

Time: 3 mins
Teaching Skill: Writing
teacher’s Activity: Guides pupils to copy the key points into their notebooks
Pupils’ Activity: copy notes carefully into books

step 7: Evaluation/Review

Time: 5 mins
Teaching Skill: Questioning
Teacher’s Activity: Asks review questions based on the four methods of taking drugs
Pupils’ Activity: Answer questions individually and in groups

Objective-aligned checks:

Explain the various ways drugs can be taken.
Demonstrate with role-play how drugs can be taken through different methods.
collaborate in groups to discuss the importance of correct drug use.

Step 8: Conclusion

time: 3 mins
Teaching Skill: Instructional, Cognitive
Teacher’s Activity: Summarizes key points, encourages safe use of drugs, and praises pupils’ efforts
Pupils’ Activity: Recap main ideas and respond to teacher’s questions

Lesson Keywords

Drugs – substances used to treat sickness
Oral – taking medicine by mouth
Ointment – A drug rubbed on the skin
Injection – A drug given through a needle
Inhaler – A drug taken by breathing through the nose

Lesson Evaluation

To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:

Mention two ways of taking drugs
Show how to take drugs by mouth
Say who can give injections
List drugs that are rubbed on the skin
demonstrate how to use an inhaler
Mention the part of the body used for injection

Assignment/Homework

List three examples of drugs taken orally.
Explain why injections should only be given by health workers.
Describe a situation where you might use an ointment.

Differentiation

For slower learners: The teacher will support slow learners with pictures and demonstrations.
For advanced learners: Fast learners explain methods and help others in group work.
For visual/auditory/kinesthetic learners: Use visual aids, verbal explanations, and hands-on demonstrations to cater to different learning styles.

Note for Teachers

Always emphasize that only adults or health workers should give injections or handle strong drugs. Make lessons practical and interactive to keep pupils engaged.