Interventions to Manage Wandering in Clients in a Long-Term Care

question 10

Multiple Choice

Interventions to manage wandering in clients in a long-term care facility include the following except:

• A) environmental modifications such as camouflaging doorways and providing enclosed pathways.
• B) close observation to identify the person's individual patterns.
• C) engaging the person in social interactions.
• D) using physical restraints to prevent wandering and maintain safety.

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