Protecting the Resident Who Wanders
Date: Instructor:
Description: This inservice gives information on how to protect the wandering resident and optimize his quality of life.
Objectives:
On completion of this inservice, participants will be able to:
List several problems related to wandering
Give interventions to maintain the wandering resident’s safety
Describe ways to structure activities for the wandering resident
Explain what actions to take when a resident is missing
Outline:
Why Residents Wander
Know Which Residents Are at Risk
Problems Related to Wandering
Interventions
Maintain Safety
Modify Environment
Structure Activities
What to do When a Resident is Missing
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