How this exercise works
Rank patient needs from most to least urgent using Maslow's hierarchy. Physiologic survival needs come before safety, belonging, and self-esteem concerns.
Fundamental concept
Ranking patient needs from physiologic survival through safety when multiple non-ABC concerns compete for attention.
Read: Maslow's Hierarchy in Nursing Prioritization →Scenario
A client admitted with cellulitis of the leg also has unwashed clothing, strong body odor, and says, "I haven't eaten in two days." Temperature is 101.2°F (38.4°C).
Drag items into priority order, highest priority at the top.
Available
Administer ordered antibiotics and monitor for sepsis signs
Assess leg pain and elevate extremity as ordered
Provide meal and fluids; assess swallow and appetite
Offer bed bath and clean hospital gown
Priority order
1
Drop here
2
Drop here
3
Drop here
4
Drop here
