It’s our goal here at Anatomy In Clay® Learning System, to teach students about heart disease in hopes that it will lead to its prevention.
One Fact,
One Disease,
One Community Activity,
One Form of Prevention, and
One Lesson Plan.
Once a day, every day of February.
"The Mind Cannot Forget What The Hands Have Learned.™"
February 28:
Fact: Keeping track of heart health metrics, such as blood pressure, cholesterol levels, and weight, can help individuals monitor their heart disease risk and take proactive steps towards prevention.
Disease: Kawasaki disease
Community Activity: Engaging with policymakers and community leaders to advocate for policies and initiatives that support heart disease prevention and education.
Form of Prevention: Be proactive about your heart health by staying informed, making healthy choices, and seeking medical advice when needed.
Lesson Plan: Unveiling the Mystery: Investigating Kawasaki Disease
Learning Objectives:
Define Kawasaki disease and understand its symptoms and characteristics.
Identify the diagnostic criteria and potential complications associated with Kawasaki disease.
Explore the treatment options and management strategies for individuals with Kawasaki disease.
Recognize the importance of early detection and timely intervention in Kawasaki disease.
Discuss the impact of Kawasaki disease on cardiac health and long-term outcomes.
Materials Needed:
Medical gloves
Stethoscopes
Thermometers
A variety of oral care items (toothbrushes, toothpaste)
Skin rash simulation materials (e.g., red dye)
Informational materials on Kawasaki disease
Notecards and pens for note-taking
Anatomical heart model (optional)
Instructional Strategies:
Introduction (10 minutes):
Begin by introducing Kawasaki disease and its characteristic symptoms, such as fever and skin rash. Emphasize the importance of early recognition and treatment. Engage students by discussing the impact of Kawasaki disease on children's health.
Guided Practice (20 minutes):
Divide students into pairs and have them practice taking each other's temperature and listening for heart murmurs using stethoscopes.
Demonstrate the skin rash simulation using hands-on materials to help students recognize the appearance of rash in Kawasaki disease.
Discuss the importance of oral care in Kawasaki disease and demonstrate proper brushing techniques to promote good oral hygiene.
(Optional) Use an anatomical heart model to explain the cardiac involvement in Kawasaki disease.
Independent Practice (20 minutes):
Provide students with case studies or scenarios related to children diagnosed with Kawasaki disease. Have each student analyze the case independently and propose appropriate treatment plans and recommendations for supporting the child's recovery.
Conclusion (10 minutes):
Summarize the key points learned during the lesson, emphasizing the significance of prompt diagnosis and management in Kawasaki disease. Discuss the potential long-term effects of Kawasaki disease and the importance of follow-up care. Encourage students to reflect on the impact of Kawasaki disease on affected individuals and families.
Assessment Methods:
Observation of student engagement and participation in hands-on activities
Review of case study analyses and proposed treatment plans
Written reflections on the challenges and strategies for managing Kawasaki disease
Hands-On Activities:
Temperature readings and heart auscultation with stethoscopes
Skin rash simulation to identify Kawasaki disease characteristics
Oral care demonstration for promoting good hygiene habits
Independent analysis of case studies to practice treatment planning for Kawasaki disease
By incorporating hands-on activities and interactive discussions, students will actively engage with the topic of Kawasaki disease, gaining a deeper understanding of this condition and the importance of early detection and comprehensive care for affected individuals.
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