Utilizing Algorithms and Pathways of Care in Allied Health Practice

Abstract

Examined are the use of algorithms and pathways of care in the provision of health promotion activities and clinical services in Allied Health. Practitioners regardless of discipline must know and understand the importance of standards of care and models of intervention and evaluation in clinical practice. Examined is the development and use of clinical algorithms and care pathway for allied health practice. Provided is a case study with a case history and clinical algorithm developed for this case. Offered are issues and import for future paradigm shifts in allied health practice.