Question

1. when a resident repeatedly walks up and down the hallway, this is considered elopement.

true
false

1. in which stage of alzheimers dementia is elopement least likely to occur?

mild
moderate
severe
early

1. which of the following can be considered a benefit of wandering?

fatigue
maintaining strength
agitation
increased risk of falls

1. what is the main risk factor for wandering and elopement?

dementia
age over 65
male
female

Explanation:

1. Elopement is defined as leaving a facility or area without permission and with the intention of going to a different place. Repeatedly walking up and down the hallway (without leaving the area) is not elopement.
2. In the severe stage of Alzheimer's dementia, residents are often bedridden or have very limited mobility, making elopement least likely compared to mild (where they may still have some purposeful wandering intent), moderate (where they may wander more actively), and early (which is similar to mild in terms of mobility for wandering in some cases).
3. Wandering can help in maintaining physical strength through movement. Fatigue is a negative outcome, agitation is a behavioral state (not a benefit), and increased risk of falls is a risk (not a benefit).
4. Dementia (especially Alzheimer's - related) is a major risk factor as it impairs judgment, orientation, etc., leading to wandering and elopement. Age over 65 is a general risk factor for dementia - related issues but not as directly the main risk factor as dementia itself. Gender (male or female) is not the main risk factor for wandering and elopement compared to dementia.

Answer:

1. B. False
2. C. Severe
3. B. Maintaining strength
4. A. Dementia