Question

1. 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

1. who is responsible for responding to an activated door alarm?

the nurse
administration
the police
all facility staff

Explanation:

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• A resident who voluntarily admitted themselves to a facility is likely to be more compliant and less likely to elope compared to others. Depression (especially with a recent loss), confusion with a history of wandering, and dementia with a history of wandering all increase the risk of elopement due to cognitive or emotional states that may lead to seeking to leave without proper judgment.

In a facility (such as a care - giving facility), when a door alarm is activated, it is the responsibility of all staff to respond as they are all part of ensuring the safety and security of the residents. Nurses may have a role in patient care aspects, but door alarms are a broader safety issue. Administration may have oversight but not the immediate response. Police are called in more serious or external - threat situations, not as the first responders for an internal door alarm in a facility.

Answer:

A resident who voluntarily admitted herself to a facility

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