Review of a mobile accident and emergency unit at a rock concert.
On Saturday 16th May 1992, an outdoor Rock concert was held at a rural location located between two hospitals which are fourteen miles apart. It was attended by over 50,000 people. A mobile accident and emergency unit (MAEU), was staffed by two doctors and five nurses. The facilities, demands and injury pattern are reviewed, and recommendations for future events are made.
Accident & Emergency Department, St. James's Hospital, Dublin.
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D000435:Alcoholic Intoxication / Q000628:therapy; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008952:Mobile Health Units; D014947:Wounds and Injuries / Q000628:therapy