Comparison of analgesia administered in 1993 and 1997 for acute long bone fractures
| Method of analgesia | 1993 (%) | 1997 (%) | p value (χ2) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nil recorded | 14 (18) | 21 (26) | |
| Oral only | 13 (16) | 11 (13) | |
| IM narcotic only | 42 (52) | 4 (5) | p<0.001 (43.396) |
| Combined IM and IV narcotic | 3 (4) | 1 (1) | |
| IV narcotic | 7 (9) | 45 (54) | p<0.001 (36.699) |
| Femoral nerve block alone | 1 (1) | 1 (1) |