Which term describes a resident who walks aimlessly around the facility or facility grounds?

• A. Wandering Resident
• B. Withdrawn Resident
• C. Well-Being
• D. White Blood Cells

Answer: (A)

Wandering describes a resident who walks aimlessly around the facility or grounds. This behavior is common in older adults with cognitive impairment or dementia and signals a safety concern, since aimless movement can lead to getting lost, wandering outdoors, or injuries. Caregivers address it by focusing on safety and gentle management: maintaining safe, well-lit walking areas, supervising or accompanying the resident, using appropriate alarms or secured areas if prescribed, and offering engaging activities and reassurance to reduce restlessness. Withdrawn describes someone who isolates socially, not movement; Well-Being refers to overall health and happiness, not a behavior; White blood cells are immune-system cells, unrelated to resident movement.