Prominent role of allied health professionals

2021 ◽  
pp. 418-419
Author(s):  
Catherine E. Lucid
Keyword(s):  
Health Professionals ◽  
Allied Health ◽  
Allied Health Professionals

Oxford Handbook of Prescribing for Nurses and Allied Health Professionals

2011 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sue Beckwith ◽  
Penny Franklin
Keyword(s):  
Health Professionals ◽  
Allied Health ◽  
Legal Aspects ◽  
Expert Advice ◽  
Allied Health Professionals ◽  
Special Groups ◽  
Prescribing Practice ◽  
Cosmetic Effect ◽  
Selection Of

The Oxford Handbook of Prescribing for Nurses and Allied Health Professionals, Second Edition gives concise, practical and expert advice on all aspects of non-medical prescribing, and has been completely revised and updated since the first edition. Containing the practical principles nurses and other non-medical prescribers need to practice safely, effectively and cost-consciously whatever the situation, it provides evidence-based advice on a wide selection of subjects to give a complete picture of the role of the prescriber. The topics covered range from basic pharmacology, to the legal aspects and processes of prescribing practice, as well as prescribing for specific conditions and special groups, such as the older person and the very young. It features the most recent legislation and changes to prescribing standards, giving nurses and non-medical prescribers access to the most up-to-date information to inform their practice. There is also additional content on complementary and alternative medicine, and guidelines on prescribing for cosmetic effect.

The evolving role of nurses and allied health professionals in the management of age-related macula degeneration

2015 ◽  
Vol 93 ◽  
pp. n/a-n/a
Author(s):  
R. Hamilton ◽  
A. Mapani ◽  
J. DaCosta ◽  
C. Pavesio ◽  
D. Flanagan
Keyword(s):  
Health Professionals ◽  
Allied Health ◽  
Allied Health Professionals ◽  
Age Related

scholarly journals Perception of the Parents, Physiotherapists and Allied Health Professionals about the Role of Physiotherapy in the Rehabilitation of the Children with Cerebral Palsy - A Case Study of District Bhakkar

sjesr ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 354-359
Author(s):  
Shazia Haq ◽  
Tahir Nazeer ◽  
Muhammad Zia ul Haq
Keyword(s):  
Cerebral Palsy ◽  
Data Collection ◽  
Postural Control ◽  
Significant Role ◽  
Health Professionals ◽  
Allied Health ◽  
Survey Method ◽  
Allied Health Professionals ◽  
Rehabilitation Process

Cerebral palsy (CP) is known as the main developmental disability among infants and children. The brain injury is associated with pre or postnatal period. A physiotherapy is an effective tool of rehabilitation and restoration of the children with CP. Objectives: The main purpose of the study was to evaluate the role of physiotherapy in the rehabilitation of the CP children. The main intention of this study was to examine the perception of parents and health professionals about the role of physiotherapy in the rehabilitation process of CP children Methods: This study design is cross sectional and survey method was adopted and purposive sampling method was used for data collection. A Likert scale questionnaire was adopted for data collection from (n = 158) parents, (n = 14) allied health professionals, and (n = 3) physiotherapists of Bhakkar. It was hypothesized that physiotherapy has a significant role in the rehabilitation of CP children. An independent t-test and one-way ANOVA was applied for statistical analysis. Results and Conclusions: Results showed that physiotherapy plays a significant role in the rehabilitation (P < .00), and postural control (P <. 01) of CP children. The perception of the physiotherapists and allied health professionals were the same regarding the role of physiotherapy in the rehabilitation (P <. 00), function independent and social participation (p < .00), postural control (P < .00) and motor function (P < .02) of the CP children. On the other hand, it was also concluded the regular physiotherapy increases rehabilitation process of CP children. The physiotherapists and allied health professional were satisfied with rehabilitation process. In contrast, the perception of parents was unsatisfactory because they desire the rehabilitate procedure should be shorter. It is suggested that physiotherapists and allied health professionals may educate the parents about the rehabilitation procedure.

The role of allied health professionals in substance abuse education

2002 ◽  
Vol 23 (sup1) ◽  
pp. 167-183 ◽  
Author(s):  
John A. Bonaguro ◽  
Ernie Nalette ◽  
Mary Lee Seibert
Keyword(s):  
Substance Abuse ◽  
Health Professionals ◽  
Allied Health ◽  
Allied Health Professionals ◽  
Substance Abuse Education

scholarly journals THE AWARENESS OF ALLIED HEALTH PROFESSIONALS REGARDING ROLE OF PHYSICAL THERAPY IN IN-PATIENT SETTING

2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. 78-82
Author(s):  
Syed Hasan Abbas Rizvi
Keyword(s):  
Physical Therapy ◽  
Health Professionals ◽  
Health Care Professionals ◽  
Allied Health ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Substantial Contribution ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Allied Health Professionals ◽  
Cross Sectional

BACKGROUND AND AIMS In order to deliver effective treatment, the awareness of physical therapy is essential for the health care professionals. However, there is lack of cognizance among Allied Health Professionals who play a substantial contribution to patient care. Thus, the aim of conducting this study is to explore the perception about the field of physical therapy among Allied Health Professionals that may lead to improved health-related outcomes of the patients consequently increasing their quality of life. METHODOLOGY The cross-sectional survey was conducted on Allied Health Professionals, recruited through the non-probability convenience sampling technique. The data was collected through self-administered questionnaire. RESULTS It was revealed that 95% of the participants were aware about physiotherapy and its importance, 85.6% suggested that awareness session for physiotherapy should be conducted for medical professionals, 87.3% were eager to encourage their friends and family to choose the profession as physiotherapist. Further, 83.5% think that physiotherapist contributes to the well-being of individuals, 85.6% were willing to have physiotherapy. However, 20% were not interested in physiotherapy and related discussion. CONCLUSION It was concluded that majority of the participants were aware regarding the role of physiotherapy and its contribution towards the society. However, further researches should be conducted to explore the awareness related to different fields of rehabilitation among healthcare practitioners.

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