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Bump Ahead: Ensuring Maternal and Fetal Safety on the Road

Motor vehicle crashes (MVCs) are the leading cause of fetal death related to maternal trauma, and crash-injuries to a fetus can be significant, with life-long consequences. Pregnant women involved in MVCs are at higher risk of death and complications than those not in crashes, and they require specialized assessment and procedures after a crash. In this webinar, healthcare and safety experts describe the mechanisms of injury to the mother and fetus in an MVC, triage considerations, potential health outcomes to mother and baby during and after the crash, and anticipatory guidance. Results from a University of Colorado study on pregnant women and buckling up will be presented with implications for clinicians and safety advocates everywhere. Speakers include Abby Butler, MSN, RNC-OB, Director of Perinatal and Neonatal Referral Centers, and Elizabeth Wooster, RN, PhD, Director of Trauma and Injury Specialty Care, both at the Maryland Institute of Emergency Medical Services Systems. Gregory Colton, EMT and Community Outreach Captain at the University of Colorado Health EMS, will also be a presenter. Continuing education credit for viewing this and passing a short quiz is available from the Maryland Nurses Association, MIEMSS’ EMS, and SKWW (Child Passenger Safety Technicians).