Awareness of correct use of a seatbelt among pregnant women and health professionals: A multicentric survey

Jamjute, Pradumna; Eedarapalli, Padma; Jain, Sonia

doi:10.1080/01443610500231393

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“…in 40% to 50% of pregnant women. 5,6 Various other studies have shown reduced seatbelt compliance during pregnancy. 7 The proportion of seatbelt use has been reported to be around 70% to 80% before pregnancy, but reduced by half at 20 weeks or more of gestation.…”

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“…7 The proportion of seatbelt use has been reported to be around 70% to 80% before pregnancy, but reduced by half at 20 weeks or more of gestation. 5,7 There is also evidence that pregnant women lack information about the proper use of a seatbelt and its role in preventing injury: only 14% to 37% of pregnant women received advice from health care professionals. [5][6][7][8] The common reasons for not using a seatbelt have been reported to include discomfort, inconvenience, forgetfulness, and fear of harming the fetus.…”

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“…5,7 There is also evidence that pregnant women lack information about the proper use of a seatbelt and its role in preventing injury: only 14% to 37% of pregnant women received advice from health care professionals. [5][6][7][8] The common reasons for not using a seatbelt have been reported to include discomfort, inconvenience, forgetfulness, and fear of harming the fetus. 9 In this study, the current practice and knowledge of Hong Kong pregnant women about seatbelt use was surveyed, and any determining factors were identified.…”

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Seatbelt use by pregnant women: a survey of knowledge and practice in Hong Kong

Lam

2016

Hong Kong Med J

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Introduction:The use of motor vehicles is common during pregnancy. Correct seatbelt use during pregnancy has been shown to protect both the pregnant woman and her fetus. This survey aimed to evaluate the practices, beliefs, and knowledge of Hong Kong pregnant women of correct seatbelt use, and identify factors leading to reduced compliance and inadequate knowledge.Methods: A self-administered survey was completed by postpartum women in the postnatal ward at the United Christian Hospital, Hong Kong, from January to April 2015. Eligible surveys were available from 495 women. The primary outcome was the proportion of pregnant women who maintained or reduced seatbelt use during pregnancy. Secondary outcomes were analysed and included knowledge of correct seatbelt use, as well as contributing factors to non-compliance and inadequate knowledge. Results:There was decreased compliance with seatbelt use during pregnancy and the decrease was in line with increasing gestation. Pregnant women's knowledge about seatbelt use was inadequate and Seatbelt use by pregnant women: a survey of knowledge and practice in Hong Kong

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Seatbelt use by pregnant women: a survey of knowledge and practice in Hong Kong

Lam

2016

Hong Kong Med J

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“…51 One-third of the women reported concerns about wearing a seat belt during pregnancy and only 22% reported that they received belt use advice during pregnancy. 51 …”

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Motor Vehicle Safety During Pregnancy

Vladutiu

Weiss

2011

American Journal of Lifestyle Medicine

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Motor vehicle crashes during pregnancy are the leading cause of traumatic fetal mortality and serious maternal injury morbidity and mortality in the United States, injuring approximately 92,500 pregnant women each year. Little is known about the circumstances surrounding these crash events and the maternal characteristics that may increase women’s vulnerability to crash-related injuries during pregnancy. Even less is known about the effects of crashes on fetal outcomes. Crash simulation studies using female anthropomorphic test devices and computational models have been conducted to better understand the mechanisms of maternal and fetal injuries and death resulting from motor vehicle crashes. In addition, several case reports describing maternal and fetal outcomes following crashes have been published in the literature. Only a few population-based studies have explored the association between motor vehicle crashes and adverse maternal and/or fetal outcomes and even fewer have examined the effectiveness of seat belts and/or airbags in reducing the risk of these outcomes. This paper reviews what is presently known about motor vehicle crashes during pregnancy, their effects on maternal and fetal outcomes, and the role of vehicle safety devices and other safety approaches in mitigating the occurrence and severity of maternal crashes and subsequent injuries. In addition, this paper suggests interventions targeted towards the prevention of crashes during pregnancy.

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“…Therefore, a low rate of seatbelt use among women throughout pregnancy is a nationwide problem. According to a self-administrated questionnaire survey at obstetric clinics in suburban areas of Japan, only about one third of pregnant women use seatbelts consistently at a gestational age of 30 weeks or more which was extremely lower than UK (74.6%) or USA (83.8%) [4][5][6]. By being exempted from the required use seatbelts, pregnant women in Japan and their fetuses are at an increased risk of fatal injuries.…”

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