[Profile of multiple trauma occurrences in motorcycle drivers attended by the SAMU of Teresina-PI].

[Profile of multiple trauma occurrences in motorcycle drivers attended by the SAMU of Teresina-PI].
Rev Bras Enferm. 2012 Nov-Dec;65(6):936-41
Authors: Neta DS, Alves AK, Leão Gde M, de Araújo AA
Abstract
The study aimed to investigate the profile of polytrauma occurrences in motorcycle drivers Service at Mobile Emergency Care of the county of Teresina-PI. We conducted a quantitative and documentary study, with information gathered through the medical records of that service, in 2009. Data collection was conducted from February to March of 2010. The motorcycles were involved in 84% of accidents, and men of 21 to 30 years old were the most affected. The weekend and the urban area recorded more cases. The musculoskeletal trauma (59%) stood out. The alcoholic victims numbered 12%. Mortality was of 1%. We conclude that it is essential to adopt educational measures to ensure the proper behavior of individuals in transit.
PMID: 23559171 [PubMed - in process]

Source: Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem - November 1, 2012 Category: Nursing Authors: Neta DS, Alves AK, Leão Gde M, de Araújo AA Tags: Rev Bras Enferm Source Type: research