Effect of IMPACT on the number of patients waiting to be seen, overall and by area
| Area of department | Mean (SD) number of patients waiting | Mean difference (95% CI) | p Value | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No IMPACT | With IMPACT | |||
| Overall | 18.3 (7.4) | 5.5 (4.2) | 12.8 (10.2 to 15.4) | <0.0001 |
| Triage | 2.7 (2.1) | 0.8 (1.2) | 1.9 (1.1 to 2.6) | <0.0001 |
| Minors | 13.0 (5.6) | 4.1 (3.8) | 8.8 (6.7 to 10.9) | <0.0001 |
| Majors | 3.0 (1.5) | 0.7 (0.6) | 2.3 (1.8 to 2.8) | <0.0001 |