Figure 3. Percent distribution of nonfatal occupational injuries and illnesses to registered nurses, by age group and event or exposure, private industry, 2016
Event or exposure Age group (years)
20–24 25–34 35–44 45–54 55–64 65+

Violent events

 15.4 15.1 13.2 12.0 9.2 7.6

Transportation incidents

 — 4.1 4.8 3.2 4.1 —

Falls, slips, and trips

 12.8 14.8 16.3 25.0 38.3 53.0

Exposure to harmful substances or environments

 15.4 3.3 4.3 2.6 2.5 —

Contact with objects or equipment

 7.7 8.8 12.4 8.8 8.6 13.6

Overexertion and bodily reaction

 48.7 53.8 49.0 48.0 36.9 22.7

Note: Percentages may not add to 100 because of rounding and some nonclassifiable cases. Data are available only for cases involving days away from work.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Survey of Occupational Injuries and Illnesses.