Characteristics and Admission Preferences of Pediatric Emergency Patients and Their Waiting Time Prediction Using Electronic Medical Record Data: Retrospective Comparative Analysis
Journal of Medical Internet Research2023Vol. 25, pp. e49605–e49605
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Lin Lin Guo, Lin Ying Guo, Jiao Li, Yaowen Gu, Jia Yang Wang, Ying Cui, Qing Qian, Ting Chen, Rui Jiang, Si Zheng
Abstract
This study offers a contemporary exploration of pediatric emergency room visits, revealing significant variations in admission rates across different periods and uncovering certain admission patterns. The machine learning models, particularly ensemble methods, delivered more dependable waiting time predictions. Patient volume awaiting consultation or treatment and the triage status emerged as crucial factors contributing to prolonged waiting times. Therefore, strategies such as patient diversion to alleviate congestion in emergency departments and optimizing triage systems to reduce average waiting times remain effective approaches to enhance the quality of pediatric health care services in China.
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