Caracterização das vítimas de traumas por acidente com motocicleta internadas em um hospital público

Abstract

This study aims primarily at delineating the profile of trauma victims from motorcycle accidents. This is a quantitative and descriptive study, conducted at an emergency department in the city of Picos, PI, Brazil. Data was collected from November, 2010 to May, 2011, out of the application of a tool. The population consisted of 80 victims. Results showed a predominance of males, with 71 (88.8%) cases, 43 (53.8%) were single, and 44 (55%) had no monthly income. Accident occurrence figures show that 20 (25%) were on Saturday, 60 (75%) in day time, and 35 (43.8%) on the way home. According to accident risk variables, most victims had no driver’s license and did not wear helmets. Conclusions show that nursing can conduct programs for prevention and health promotion to minimize the consequences for individuals and for society.