--- title: Wander Management | Use Cases | Link Labs description: Patient safety is vital, especially for the elderly or impaired that may get lost or confused easily. Learn how asset tracking ensures patient safety. --- [![link-labs-logo-radial-2](https://www.link-labs.com/hubfs/link-labs-logo-radial-2.svg "link-labs-logo-radial-2")](https://www.link-labs.com/) [![link-labs-logo-radial-2](https://www.link-labs.com/hubfs/link-labs-logo-radial-2.svg "link-labs-logo-radial-2")](https://www.link-labs.com/) ** [![Book a Demo](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/427771/598eabc0-7dd8-4d20-87dc-95a6fe8622ab.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/427771/598eabc0-7dd8-4d20-87dc-95a6fe8622ab) ** # Wander Management Wander management refers to the practice within healthcare of monitoring at-risk patients near the entrance to restricted areas or exit from their designated area of a facility. A wander management system aims to ensure that patients do not place themselves in a dangerous situation or become lost during treatment. Watch Video [![Request Information](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/427771/5bc054ce-db0f-4d00-b6c8-43cd01d9671a.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/427771/5bc054ce-db0f-4d00-b6c8-43cd01d9671a) ![How does asset tracking help healthcare facilities with wander management?](https://www.link-labs.com/hs-fs/hubfs/thumbnails-09.webp?width=3001&height=3000&name=thumbnails-09.webp) ## **How can AirFinder help with Wander Management?** One of the top uses of wander management is patient zone monitoring. Patients with cognitive impairments or memory loss may accidentally enter a dangerous zone or close to the facility's exit. Using a wristband or pendant to track these patients can alert you of the dangers so you can address the situation quickly. ![](https://www.link-labs.com/hubfs/raw_assets/public/2021%20Link%20Labs%20Theme/img/light-icon.png) ![RTLS helps facilities monitor patients in case they wander to a dangerous area](https://www.link-labs.com/hubfs/thumbnails-10.webp) ## Importance of RTLS for Wander Management Many healthcare solutions companies offer wander management solutions. What’s the benefit of choosing Link Labs? - ### Simplicity Most wander management solutions include a complex lockdown system that increases installation time. Instead, Link Labs offers zone breach alerts, allowing facilities to respond with existing security measures. - ### Scalability Wire one door or many. Decide what’s best for your facility with a system that can easily scale. - ### Affordability The simplicity and scalability of the Link Labs wander management system provides an option for ensuring patient health and safety that won’t break the bank. Simplicity Most wander management solutions include a complex lockdown system that increases installation time. Instead, Link Labs offers zone breach alerts, allowing facilities to respond with existing security measures. Scalability Wire one door or many. Decide what’s best for your facility with a system that can easily scale. Affordability The simplicity and scalability of the Link Labs wander management system provides an option for ensuring patient health and safety that won’t break the bank. 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