Question

1. true or false: residents who are in wheelchairs are not at risk for elopement. true false 2. what should happen after a resident has been found? a nurse should assess the resident for injury. administration should yell at and scold the resident. the resident should be restrained. the resident should be immediately discharged to another care setting. 3. which of the following residents is not at high risk for elopement? a resident who voluntarily admitted themself to a facility a resident who is depressed and lost their spouse last year a resident who has confusion and a history of wandering a resident who is diagnosed with dementia and a history of wandering

Explanation:

1. Wheelchair - bound residents can still elope, e.g., using ramps or assistance.
2. After a resident is found, a nurse's injury assessment is a standard care practice. Yelling, restraining, or immediate discharge are inappropriate.
3. A voluntarily - admitted resident is less likely to elope compared to those with dementia, confusion, or depression - related risks.

Answer:

1. B. False
2. A. A nurse should assess the resident for injury.
3. A. A resident who voluntarily admitted themself to a facility