Understanding Wandering and Elopement

Course Code: REL-PAC-0-UWE

Hours: 0.75

Type: Online Course

Content Expiration Date: 6/30/2026

Learning Objectives:
Distinguish between wandering and elopement
Describe at least three strategies to minimize wandering and elopement

Outline:
Section 1: Introduction

About This Course

Learning Objectives

Section 2: Recognizing Wandering and Elopement

Wandering

Dangers of Wandering

Elopement

Review

Summary

Section 3: Dementia’s Impact

Alzheimer’s Disease

Review

Summary

Section 4: Managing the Behavior

Following the Care Plan

Review

Summary

Section 5: Frequently Asked Questions

Question #1

Question #2

Question #3

Section 6: Conclusion

Summary

Course Contributor

References

Congratulations!

Instructor: Kim Matthews, RN

Kimberly Matthews, RN obtained a nursing degree from Western Kentucky University in 1998.  Ms. Matthews possesses over 20 years of nursing experience with over 17 of those in the Skilled Nursing industry.  Ms. Matthews has extensive experience in MDS, restorative nursing programs, and nursing management.  Ms. Matthews is currently a Post Acute Care Content writer and subject matter expert for MDS.

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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.