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Table 4 Reasons for conversion from EDOU to ward (n = 19)

From: Performance of an emergency department observation unit protocol in reducing length of stay for acetaminophen overdose: a retrospective study

Reasons

Number of patients (%)

Abnormal laboratory tests (excluding liver Injury)

2 (10.5)

Acetaminophen induced liver injury

5 (26.3)

Psychiatric monitoring and care

10 (52.6)

Social issues

1 (5.3)