Table 4 Risk-index score analysis as a function of time: before (first 12-month period) and after (last 12-month period) the introduction of a multifaceted strategy targeting medication
Risk index scores | First 12 months | Last 12 months | Absolute risk difference (95% CI) | p value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Medication, mean ± SD | 10.01 ± 2.7 | 8.72 ± 3.52 | 1.29 (0.88-1.7) | <0.01 |
Airway, mean ± SD | 9.22 ± 1.52 | 8.69 ± 1.83 | 0.53 (−0.92-1.98) | 0.46 |
Indwelling lines, mean ± SD | 10.41 ± 2.79 | 9.2 ± 3.82 | 1.21 (−0.41-2.47) | 0.058 |
Communication, mean ± SD | 9.29 ± 2.78 | 7.03 ± 3.22 | 2.26 (1.1-3.42) | <0.01 |