An older adult with dementia wanders toward the hospital exit several times each day. Which nursing intervention is the priority?
Correct answer: B. Assess for unmet needs and provide a safe supervised walking area.
- A. Apply physical restraints whenever the patient approaches the exit.
- B. Assess for unmet needs and provide a safe supervised walking area.
- C. Keep the patient in bed throughout the daytime hours.
- D. Scold the patient so the behaviour will not be repeated.
Explanation
Safety is the priority, and wandering may reflect pain, toileting needs, boredom, or a search for a familiar place. Assessment and supervised activity are safer and less restrictive than restraints, isolation, or punishment.
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