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Outcomes
| Outcomes | Acetaminophen | Hydromorphone | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Required additional analgesic medication in the ED | 37/81 (46%) | 31/81 (38%) | 7%* (−8, 23%) |
| Achieved minimum clinically important improvement in pain by one hour** | 62/81 (77%) | 63/81 (78%) | 1% (−12, 14%) |
| Improved ≥ 50% by one hour | 30/81 (37%) | 43/81 (53%) | 16% (1, 31%) |
| Reported adverse event related to medication during the ED visit | 6/81 (7%) | 10/81 (12%) | 5% (−4, 14%) |
rounded
A reduction in pain score of ≥1.3
