Which option refers to the highest level of human functioning according to Maslow?
a. Biological and physical integrity
b. Safety and security
c. Self-esteem
d. Self-actualization
D
According to Maslow, persons whose basic physical needs are met, who feel safe and secure, and who possess self-esteem and self-efficacy can achieve self-actualization, reaching out beyond themselves to make their lives meaningful.
Biological and physical integrity is the lowest level in Maslow's hierarchy, below safety and se-curity. Safety and security are the second-lowest level, below self-esteem. Self-esteem is the second-highest level, below self-actualization.
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a. Determining placement in the facility b. Identifying strengths and weaknesses c. Initiating care planning d. All of the above
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a. Touch b. Silence c. Listening d. Summarizing