The session centred around a fun and educational game called ‘Lifeline Hospital Rush.’ The challenge was to treat as many patients as possible within a 10-minute time frame. Points were awarded based on the accuracy of treatment, and each group had to work collaboratively to achieve the best results.

Students were given medical role cards, each representing a different career in the medical field. They were also provided with patient cards that outlined the conditions of their assigned patients. To treat these patients, students used treatment cards that matched the right care to the right condition. To make the game even more realistic, ‘Crisis Cards’ were introduced, adding emergency situations and rapidly changing conditions that required quick decision-making.

Here’s how the game worked:

1. A paramedic presented a patient's condition and potential score.

2. Players worked together to treat patients, using the cards in their hands.

3. Teams had two options:

   • Discharge: If a patient was treated correctly, they are discharged and scored.

   • Admit to Ward: If the treatments weren't sufficient, the patient is admitted to the ward (with a maximum of two patients).

4. The round ended after 10 minutes or when all patients had been treated.

To win, points were awarded based on how accurately the teams treated their patients. The team’s final score reflected their success in patient care.

The afternoon was filled with excitement and collaboration. Every group remained focused and worked effectively as a team, demonstrating outstanding communication and teamwork skills. The students strategically used their speciality cards, adapting to the challenges, especially when crisis cards were introduced and ward capacity needed to be managed.

Mrs. Chalmers praised the students for their behaviour and teamwork. She said, "The students behaved beautifully. They were a credit to the school. Learning should be interactive and hands-on, not just classroom-based. Watching the students interact during today’s session proved how valuable interactive learning can be. Not only did they develop their communication skills, but they also honed their problem-solving abilities and gained more medical knowledge."

Mrs. Merricks, Head of Scott College, was equally impressed. She visited the session and commented, "Wow, the room is electric with concentration, focus, involvement, and amazing student interaction. The teamwork on display was truly inspiring."

Many of the students who participated shared their thoughts on the event. Erin said, "It was so much fun!" Amaya commented, "Eeman was really inspirational and has inspired me to consider a career in the medical field." Grace also added, "It was really entertaining and great to work with people I don’t usually work with." and Leon said, "I had a lot of fun and enjoyed it immensely."

Mrs. Chalmers expressed her gratitude towards the medical students, saying, "A huge thank you to William and all the medical students who were involved in the session. They are welcome back to Scott College anytime."

The event was a valuable learning experience for all involved, and it was clear that everyone left with a deeper understanding of teamwork, problem-solving, and the medical profession.