From: Is the observation unit a proper place to observe a trauma patient with minor injuries?
Admitted to OU | LOS at regular ward < 36 hrs | LOS at regular ward > 36 hrs | |
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Patients (Total N = 54) | 15 (28%) | 10 (18%) | 29 (54%) |
Median ISS (range) | 1 (1–5) | 1,5 (1–6) | 17 (1–34) |
Median stay (range) | 19 hrs (6–72) | 23,5 hrs (13–33) | 6 d (2–75) |