Geo-Demographic Profiling of Inappropriate Restraint Use in Pediatric Motor Vehicle Collisions

doi:10.1542/PEDS.147.3_MEETINGABSTRACT.102

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Geo-Demographic Profiling of Inappropriate Restraint Use in Pediatric Motor Vehicle Collisions

Published Feb 24, 2021 · Eva M. Urrechaga, C. Thorson, Justin Stoler

Council on Injury, Violence, and Poison Prevention Program

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Abstract

Purpose: Motor vehicle collisions (MVC) are a leading cause of devastating injury and unintentional death in children and adolescents. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends (1) rear-facing car seat until age 2 yrs, (2) forward facing car seat with harness until ∼65 lbs, (3) booster until age [∼8-12 yrs] and height [4’9”] appropriate, (4) children < 13 yrs should be back-seat occupant, and (5) lap belt for all others. Improved outcomes from correct use of restraints is well-known, yet inappropriate adherence to pediatric restraint recommendations hinders their success. This …

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Inappropriate restraint use in pediatric motor vehicle collisions is more prevalent in areas with higher rates of obesity, smoking, and alcohol use, potentially increasing the risk of injury or death.

PopulationOlder adults (50-71 years)

Sample size24

MethodsObservational

OutcomesBody Mass Index projections

ResultsSocial networks mitigate obesity in older groups.

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