Area of Science:

• Geriatric Medicine
• Healthcare Management
• Quality Improvement

Background:

• Current care pathways are predominantly disease-specific.
• There is a need to evaluate alternative models for older adult care.
• Existing documentation requires review for improved patient-centered approaches.

Purpose of the Study:

• To investigate the existence and implementation of care pathways tailored for older individuals.
• To identify best practices in geriatric care coordination.
• To assess the potential benefits of age-specific care pathways.

Main Methods:

• Literature review of current healthcare documentation.
• Exploration of existing care models in geriatric settings.
• Analysis of disease-specific versus holistic care pathway approaches.