MEM508 - Wandering and Elopement in Long-Term Care (1.0 HR)

Purpose: Health care personnel will discuss wandering and elopement and the actions he or she can take to keep their residents safe. Objectives: 1. Explain what wandering and elopement means; 2. Identify residents who are at risk for elopement; 3. Discuss methods useful in preventing elopement; 4. Discuss appropriate actions to take and an implementation plan should elopement occur.