Pediatric Accidents & Injuries

Question 1

• Leading cause of death in children >1 year old (0-1yr. congenital defects, SIDS & short gestation)

Answer 1

unintentional injuries

Question 2

examples of active injury prevention?

Answer 2

putting seatbelt on, having gun lockedm check the water temp every time you put the baby in the tub, locking up hte meds and liquor in the house

Question 3

examples of passive prevention of injuries?

Answer 3

• not hving a gun
• not keeping alcohol in the house
• having back up cameras in all cars

Question 4

What should be considered with infant prevention?

Answer 4

• sleep
• choking
• driving
• burns
• poisoning/drugs
• falls