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Hazards associated with diaper changing

M A McCormick, P G Lacouture, P Gaudreault

    JAMA
    |November 5, 1982
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    Children are at high risk of poisoning during diaper changes, with most cases involving powders and affecting infants aged 7-18 months. Peak poisoning times are between 5 PM and 9 PM.

    Area of Science:

    • Pediatrics
    • Toxicology
    • Child Safety

    Background:

    • Diaper changing is a common activity where infants may be exposed to household products.
    • Understanding potential hazards during this routine is crucial for child safety.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the incidence and characteristics of poison exposures in children during diaper changing.
    • To identify high-risk age groups, times, and product types associated with these exposures.

    Main Methods:

    • A three-month prospective recording of poisoning incidents occurring during diaper changes.
    • Data collection included age of child, time of day, product involved, and symptom severity.

    Main Results:

    • 138 cases of poisoning were recorded.

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  • 79% of affected children were aged 7–18 months.
  • 47% of exposures involved powders, with mild symptoms.
  • 42% of poisonings occurred between 5 PM and 9 PM.

    • Conclusions:

    • Children, particularly those aged 7–18 months, face an increased risk of poisoning during diaper changes.
    • Powder products represent a significant exposure risk.
    • Evening hours (5 PM–9 PM) show a higher incidence of these events, highlighting the need for targeted prevention strategies.