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When might a person wander? Any time of the day or night. This may be related to

What is wandering? A meandering activity that appears to some observers to be aimless or repetitive that may expose the person to harm. This could be a pleasurable or distressing experience and can take the form of lapping, pacing, seeking, searching or foraging. (Adapted from NANDA 2000).

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When might a person wander? Any time of the day or night. This may be related to

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  1. What is wandering? A meandering activity that appears to some observers to be aimless or repetitive that may expose the person to harm. This could be a pleasurable or distressing experience and can take the form of lapping, pacing, seeking, searching or foraging. (Adapted from NANDA 2000) Who may wander? Any person of any age who has a confusional state that may be acute or chronic. This could be related to a dementia type illness, but not exclusively. Persons with dementia, particularly Alzheimer’s are prone to wander. Remember not all movement is wandering • When might a person wander? Any time of the day or night. This may be related to • current environment • past history and lifestyle • anxiety • unmet physical needs • disorientation Where might a person wander?Anywhere - within and away from the care setting

  2. What can you do to help? • Identify if the wandering is a problem, If so, who is it a problem for? • If a problem is identified, one or more of the following responses may be helpful: • enable the person to have some space - avoid restraining the person • expect the person to need to move and walk around • reassure and reduce any feeling of anxiety • check the physical needs of the person • engage with the person in meaningful interaction • offer distractions and diversions • walk with them if appropriate • establish if there is a pattern in the wandering activity • make requests not demands and avoid direct negative commands such as “Don’t do that” • refer to the policy on ensuring the freedom and safety of the person who wanders, if available • assess for possible risks or hazards • Ask family to support the persons care and provide company and supervision

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