Wandering – case studies

By Dementia Training Australia

  • Foundational
  • 40 minutes
  • Online Module
Access on dta.com.au
DTA

In the two case study scenarios you will meet Mavis and Sam and their carers. You will learn more about the RAWS-CV tool as you practise using it to assess our case study subjects' wandering behaviours and develop their care plans. The module draws together learnings on the RAWS-CV, other assessment tools and models and interventions explored in Modules 1 and 2. This is module 3 in the 3-part module series: Walking Safely with Dementia

Domains:
Behaviour

Location:
nationally

Cost:
fully-subsidised

Continuing Professional Development (CPD) :
40 minutes

Learning Outcomes

After completing this module, staff should be able to:
  • Describe the aspects of wandering behaviour the RAWS-CV tool assesses and determines.
  • Calculate RAWS subscale scores and determine priorities for interventions.
  • Identify appropriate interventions as part of a care plan that addresses wandering behaviour that may cause harm to the person.