Table 2.
Significant factors associated with prolonged stay more than or equal to 8 hours at the emergency department (ED) by univariate and multivariate logistic analyses.
| Factors | Unadjusted ORs (95% CI) | Adjusted ORs (95% CI) |
|---|---|---|
| Blood testing | ||
| None | 1 | 1 |
| 1 round | 7.56 (2.04, 28.23) | 7.67 (2.03, 28.95) |
| ≥2 rounds | 116.13 (31.97, 421.83) |
114.43 (30.30, 432.08) |
| Health insurance | ||
| Self-payment | 1 | 1 |
| Government insurance | 4.91 (2.25, 10.72) | 4.07 (1.51, 10.96) |
Note. ORs: odds ratios; 95% CI: 95% confidence interval; model adjusted for age, presentation type of presenting to ED, patient severity or category, type of health insurance, comorbid diseases, blood testing, consultation, general X-ray, computed tomography, ultrasonography, and type of discharge.