Resident wandering is a serious patient safety issue in long-term care, but recent technology solutions have helped, according to an article on the Longterm Living magazine website. Door guards and integrated nurse-call systems are two examples.
Wander management for long-term facilities
Resident wandering is a serious patient safety issue in long-term care, but recent technology solutions have helped, according to an article on the Longterm Living magazine website
January 26, 2017
Topic Area: Safety
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