The nurse is using Kalish's adaptation of Maslow's hierarchy of needs when planning client care. Which client should the nurse identify as exhibiting a level of Kalish's adaptation?
1. Has a homosexual encounter for the first time
2. Has a need to participate in school sports and be "on the team"
3. Strives to become the CEO of a company
4. Is sleep deprived because of musculoskeletal discomfort
Correct Answer: 1
Rationale 1: Richard Kalish added a sixth level to Maslow's five levels and referred to it as stimulation needs. This level includes sexual activity, exploration, manipulation, and novelty.
Rationale 2: A client who "wants to be on the team" is exhibiting characteristics of love and belonging needs; mentioned in Maslow's original five-level hierarchy.
Rationale 3: Striving to be in charge of a company is part of self-actualization, mentioned in Maslow's original five-level hierarchy.
Rationale 4: Sleep is one of the basic physiological needs mentioned in Maslow's original five-level hierarchy.
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