Arguments in Favor (Yes, CPR Should Be Taught in Schools)
Teaching CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) in schools equips students with life-saving skills that can make a difference in emergencies. A student trained in CPR could potentially save a peer, teacher, or family member during cardiac arrest or drowning incidents.
It promotes responsibility, empathy, and readiness among young people. By learning how to react in life-threatening situations, students build confidence and situational awareness, both of which are useful beyond health emergencies.
CPR training can be integrated into Physical Health Education (PHE) or science classes, making it part of the broader health and safety curriculum without overburdening academic schedules.
Many countries, including Norway and some states in the U.S., already mandate CPR education. Nigeria can adopt this practice to improve public health response and reduce preventable deaths.
Arguments Against (No, It May Not Be Necessary for All Students)
Not all schools have access to trained CPR instructors or equipment such as mannequins and AEDs (Automated External Defibrillators). Mandating CPR for all students may place additional pressure on under-resourced schools.
Some students may not be mature or physically capable enough to perform CPR correctly, especially in lower primary levels. Misapplication of CPR could potentially cause harm if done incorrectly.
Focusing on CPR might distract from core academic priorities in schools where time and resources are already stretched thin. Educators may struggle to balance new practical subjects with traditional curricula.
Implementation without proper monitoring and retraining could lead to a false sense of readiness. CPR skills must be refreshed regularly to be effective, which could be challenging in schools with limited schedules.
Conclusion
While CPR training may not be feasible in every school, it is a powerful life-saving skill that can empower students and save lives. Nigeria should consider gradually implementing CPR training through partnerships with health organizations, starting in secondary schools and urban centers. Over time, it could become a national requirement that strengthens community health preparedness.
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