Unit 3: Getting Help.(Brief Article)

Background Bonus

Unit Objectives

These days, it's not just the telephone that is used to get help or communicate vital information in an emergency. Some people use a phone device called PERS--Personal Emergency Response System. A person's telephone is hooked up to an emergency center that automatically sends help when called. The person can also wear a wrist or pendant button that can be pushed to signal for help. These devices are ideal for older or disabled people who live alone. Medical alert bracelets, necklaces, and cards can also provide information to emergency medical technicians.

Students learn to

* identify different kinds of emergencies and accidents and what they can do to help;

* name different kinds of health professionals who can provide help in times of emergencies.

 
Enrichment Activities 
 
The activities below correspond to days 10 through 15 of the calendar 
matrix on page 2. Have students read, discuss, and respond to the pages 
in the book before beginning the activities. 
 
                   When Help Is Needed Now 
                   (pp. 16-17) 
 
Role Playing       Bring different kinds of telephones 
                   (touch tone, dial, and so 
                   forth) to class. Have students 
                   use the different phones to 
                   practice calling for help. 
 
Art                Supply pressure-sensitive labels, 
                   at least 1 inch by 2 inches large. 
                   Have students design and take 
                   home telephone stickers with 
                   emergency phone numbers on 
                   them. 
 
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