List 10 approaches that may be used to reduce wandering behavior and avoid the need for restraints.
What will be an ideal response?
| · | Taking the resident to the bathroom frequently |
| · | Adjusting room temperature and ensuring that the resident is wearing appropriate clothing for the temperature and season |
| · | Reducing environmental noise and stimulation |
| · | Providing something to eat or drink |
| · | Informing the nurse if the resident complains of pain |
| · | Providing a magazine, newspaper, book, or picture album |
| · | Visiting with the resident |
| · | Escorting the resident to activities |
| · | Having the resident fold towels and washcloths, perform a repetitious task, or sort other harmless items |
| · | Providing a stereo with earphones and playing soft, soothing music, or the resident's favorite type of music, if known |
| · | Placing an identifying object, such as a bow, hat, or gender-appropriate decoration on the door of the resident's room and directing him to it |
| · | Making sure the resident wears glasses and hearing aids, as appropriate |
| · | Avoiding clutter and safety hazards in the environment |
| · | Ensuring that chemicals and potential hazards are stored properly |
| · | Providing a night light at night, or leaving the bathroom light on |
| · | Avoiding naps during the day |
| · | Limiting caffeinated food and beverages after the evening meal |
| · | Avoiding the use of side rails |
| · | Attaching the call signal cord to the resident's clothing so the cord will pull from the wall and turn the signal on when he rises (or using an alternative such as a bed alarm or door sensor) |
| · | Responding promptly to door, bed, or other alarms |
| · | Covering elevator buttons with soft fabric or duct tape to disguise them |
| · | Always knowing what the resident is wearing |
| · | Checking on the resident frequently to note his whereabouts |
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