Injuries Among Chinese College Students
Author Information
Author(s): Shi Hongying, Yang Xinjun, Huang Chenping, Zhou Zumu, Zhou Qiang, Chu Maoping
Primary Institution: Wenzhou Medical College
Hypothesis
What is the incidence of nonfatal injuries among the undergraduates in Wenzhou City, China?
Conclusion
Injuries have become a public health problem among undergraduates, with falls being the major cause of non-fatal injury.
Supporting Evidence
- The incidence of injuries was 18.71 injuries per 100 person-years.
- Falls were the leading cause of injury, followed by traffic injuries.
- Male students were more likely to be injured than female students.
- Students with type A behaviour pattern had a higher risk of injury.
Takeaway
Many college students in Wenzhou get hurt, mostly from falling down. Boys and those who like sports are more likely to get hurt.
Methodology
A cross-sectional study using multi-stage random sampling and self-administered questionnaires.
Potential Biases
Potential selection and drop-out bias due to survey timing.
Limitations
Recall bias may affect the accuracy of reported injuries, and the study does not include students on internships.
Participant Demographics
Participants were 2,287 undergraduates aged 17 to 23, with 41.7% male and 58.3% female.
Statistical Information
P-Value
0.011
Confidence Interval
95%CI: 17.12~20.31 injuries per 100 person-years
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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