Root Causes: Assessment is Key to Reducing Risk of Elopement

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Publisher: Joint Commission Resources

ISSN: 1534-5181

Source: Joint Commission Perspectives on Patient Safety, Vol.4, Iss.6, 2004-06, pp. : 5-6

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Abstract

Elopement is an ongoing challenge for many types of health care organizations, particularly long term care and some behavioral health settings and psychiatric hospitals. This article discusses the importance of assessment in reducing the risk of elopement and provides strategies to ensure appropriate assessment for individuals at risk.