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Which of the following will not help control wandering?

According to the Alzheimer’s Association, approximately 60% of people with dementia will wander at some point, and implementing safety measures is critical. When considering a list of potential interventions, you may ask: Which of the following will not help control wandering? The surprising answer is that some seemingly logical actions, such as hiding a person’s shoes, can actually be counterproductive and increase distress.

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