5.HEALTH.15.A
Explain the reasons to avoid the misuse of over-the-counter and prescription drugs.
Grade 5 · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2022
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Skills
- explain (reasons to avoid the misuse of over-the-counter and prescription drugs) #dok2
- identify (the misuse of over-the-counter drugs) #dok1
- identify (the misuse of prescription drugs) #dok1
- analyze (the consequences or results of drug misuse) #dok3
Learning Targets
- I can identify what over-the-counter and prescription drugs are. #dok1
- I can identify examples of drug misuse. #dok1
- I can explain reasons to avoid misusing over-the-counter and prescription drugs. #dok2
- I can explain what can happen if someone misuses over-the-counter or prescription drugs. #dok2
- I can analyze the possible consequences of misusing medications. #dok3
Big Ideas
- Misusing over-the-counter and prescription drugs can be harmful and is a preventable health risk.
- Understanding reasons to avoid drug misuse supports making safe and healthy decisions.
Essential Questions
- What does it mean to misuse over-the-counter or prescription drugs?
- Why is it important to use medication only as directed?
- What are some dangers or risks of misusing medicines?
- How can people make safe choices when it comes to using or refusing medications?
- What should you do if you know someone is misusing medications?