Ensuring Resident Safety: Elopement and Wandering Protocol

Questions about Elopement and Wandering Protocol

1. Should residents be evaluated for elopement or wandering upon admission? (True/False)

2. What is the definition of Elopement?

3. Who should media inquiries be directed to?

4. How many Phases are in the Missing Resident Checklist?

Answers

1. True

2. Elopement is when a resident leaves the premises or a safe area without authorization and/or any necessary supervision to do so.

3. Media inquiries should always go to The Executive Director.

4. 4

Explanation

Residents should be evaluated for elopement or wandering upon admission. The definition of elopement is when a resident leaves the premises without authorization or necessary supervision. Media inquiries should be directed to the Executive Director. The Missing Resident Checklist has four phases.

Upon admission, it is important to evaluate residents for elopement or wandering. This helps identify any potential risks and implement appropriate safety measures. Elopement refers to when a resident leaves the premises or a safe area without authorization and/or necessary supervision. It is important to assess residents for any signs or history of elopement behaviors to ensure their safety and the safety of others.

Media inquiries should be directed to the Executive Director. They are generally the designated spokesperson and have the authority to handle media-related matters in a facility.

The Missing Resident Checklist has four phases. It is a comprehensive tool utilized to facilitate coordinated and effective response in the event of a missing resident. The phases include notification and immediate response, initiating full facility search, coordinating with local authorities, and the resolution and post-incident review.