Table 3. Perception of the impact of POCUS (n = 382).
| Perception | Responders, No (%) | |
|---|---|---|
| Aid in diagnosis | 365 (96) | |
| Aid patient safety | 261 (68) | |
| Aid in treatment | 260 (68) | |
| Patient satisfaction increase | 100 (26) | |
| Length of stay in emergency center | ||
| Decrease | 149 (39) | |
| Increase | 3 (1) | |
| Ordering other imaging tests | ||
| Decrease | 47 (12) | |
| Increase | 18 (5) | |
| Consultation to other departments | ||
| Decrease | 52 (14) | |
| Increase | 49 (13) | |
| Medical expenses | ||
| Decrease | 17 (4) | |
| Increase | 52 (14) | |
| No effects | 1 (1) | |
It was a multiple response questionnaire.
POCUS = point-of-care ultrasound.