Maslow's Hierarchy- Ch. 4 Flashcards
What are the most basic needs according to Maslow’s 5 hierarchies?
Physiologic (Level 1): oxygen, water, food, temp, elimination, sexuality, physical activity, rest
What is level 2?
Safety and Security needs: has physical and emotional components.
Physical safety and security means being protected from potential or actual harm.
Emotional safety and security involves trusting others and being free of fear, anxiety, and apprehension
How do nurses tend to the physical safety of patients?
- Using proper hand hygiene and sterile techniques to prevent infection
- Using electrical equipment properly
- Administering medications knowledgeably
- Using skill when moving and ambulating patients
- Teaching parents about household chemicals that are dangerous to children
How do nurses tend to the emotional safety of patients?
Patients in the healthcare system fear the unknown, and Nurses can help meet such needs by encouraging spiritual practices that
are a source of strength and support, by allowing as much independent decision making and control as possible, and by carefully explaining new and unfamiliar procedures and treatments.
What is the first higher-level need?
Love and Belonging needs (level 3). It includes the understanding and acceptance of others in both giving and receiving love, and the feeling of belonging to families, peers, friends, a neighborhood, and a community.
What tends to happen when the level 3 needs aren’t being met?
often feel lonely and isolated. They may withdraw physically and emotionally, or they may become overly demanding and critical.
What is the second higher-level need?
Self-esteem needs. Include the need for a person to feel good about himself or herself, to feel pride and a sense of accomplishment,
and to believe that others also respect and appreciate those accomplishments
What is the highest level on the hierarchy of needs?
Self-actualization. This includes the need for individuals to reach their full potential through development of their unique capabilities.The process of self-actualization is one that continues throughout life.
