Changes in treatment actions in the consultations before (n = 80) and after (n = 64) IMCI
| Before IMCI No. (%) | After IMCI No. (%) | Difference (95% CI) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Numbers expressed as number of children receiving/number with indication. | |||
| Child prescribed correct treatment for pneumonia | 14/18 (78) | 12/15 (80) | 2 (–26 to 30) |
| Child not needing an antibiotic leaves the clinic without antibiotic | 36/58 (62) | 32/38 (84) | 22 (5 to 39) |
| Child with anaemia correctly treated | 2/9 (22) | 1/7 (14) | −8 (−45 to 29) |
| First dose of treatment given in the clinic | 10/25 (40) | 14/20 (70) | 30 (2 to 58) |
| Vitamin A given to any sick child | 8/72 (11) | 5/56 (9) | −2 (−12 to 8) |