Measuring Peritraumatic Responses in Trauma Victims
Author Information
Author(s): Laila Skogstad, Erlend Hem, Leiv Sandvik, Øivind Ekeberg
Primary Institution: Oslo University Hospital
Hypothesis
The study aims to assess and validate the Casualty Chain Inventory (CCI) and examine its correlations with stress responses.
Conclusion
The CCI is a useful tool for identifying patients at risk for psychological distress after physical trauma.
Supporting Evidence
- The CCI showed strong internal consistency with Cronbach's alpha values between .83 and .85.
- The explained variance for the CCI was high at both the scene of injury (61%) and in the hospital (65%).
- Dissociation and perception were significant predictors for later psychological distress.
Takeaway
This study created a new way to measure how people feel during and after accidents, helping doctors find those who might need extra help.
Methodology
The study used a self-report questionnaire to assess peritraumatic responses in 315 injured patients after their discharge from the hospital.
Potential Biases
Potential recall bias due to the timing of assessments after the trauma.
Limitations
The study relied on self-reported data weeks after the trauma, which may introduce recall bias.
Participant Demographics
Mean age was 38.7 years, 65% were men, and most were employed or studying.
Statistical Information
P-Value
<0.001
Confidence Interval
95% CI 14.8 - 14.9
Statistical Significance
p<0.001
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