A patient is experiencing incisional pain after an operation. When using Maslow's hierarchy of needs, the nurse realizes that for the patient to return to a prehospitalized status, the patient needs to progress beyond:
A. belonging.
B. self-esteem.
C. self actualization.
D. safety and security.
D
Individuals need to satisfy each level before moving on to the next. Belonging occupies the third stage, where threats to relationships create anticipatory loneliness and alienation. Self-esteem occupies the fourth stage, and threats create alienation. Self actualization is the highest level that one can achieve—the realization that one has reached their highest potential. Safety and security occupies the second stage, and threats to security (such as pain) produce feelings of insecurity.
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A) Advanced education B) Certification in a chosen specialty C) Cultural competence D) Independent practice
A client is placed in a "T-hold." What does this type of admission represent?
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a. Dyspnea b. Seizure c. Oliguria d. Cardiac arrhythmia
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)