Question

Patient: Mr. Kim, 65 y/o rushed to ER Dept. and diagnose with COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) with difficulty of breathing, BP-100/70, T-38, HR-105, RR-27/min. Use the Maslow's Theory into Nursing Practice.

Answer 1

maslow's theory into nursing practice:

1. physiological needs

2. safety and security needs

3. love and belongingness needs

4. self esteem needs

5. self actualization needs

the vital signs shows that

• there is a decreased blood pressure
• there is an increase in body temperature
• there is an increase in heart rate
• there is an increase in respiration rate

1. physiological needs:

• body sponging and cold compress could be provided at least every 30 minutes interval until the temperature does not comes down
• antipyretics could be administered as per doctor's order
• blanket could be provided if in case of shivering
• adequate ventilation must be provided

2. safety and security needs:

• in case of extreme weakness, side rails of the bed must be raised
• floor must be dry and non-slippery
• there must be no ramps in order to avoid fall

3. love and belongingness needs:

• visitors must be allowed to feel warmth and care
• maintain a trust worthy attitude to develop rapport
• make sure that you are there in case of any need

4. self esteem needs:

• maintain non judgemental attitude
• maintain unconditional positive regard and congruence while communicating with the patient

5. self-actualization needs:

• when all other needs are met, and if the person is satisfied and contempt with the life, self actualization is attained.
• assessment could be made regarding the person's perception about life and current situation.