Citation

Howard AW. Paediatr. Child Health (1996) 2000; 5(1): 24-29.

Affiliation

The Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, Ontario.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2000, Canadian Paediatric Society, Publisher Pulsus Group)

DOI

unavailable

PMID

20107592

PMCID

PMC2810674

Abstract

Injuries are the most common cause of death for Canadians aged one to 18 years, and 50% of injury deaths in this age group involve an automobile. Evidence suggests that 71% reduction in deaths and a 67% reduction in injuries can be achieved when child safety seats are used properly. This article reviews the recommended restraints for children by weight group and describes the proper position for children. Detailed case examples of car crashes are described to illustrate the dangers of incorrectly used or no restraint.

Language: en