According to Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs,which Situation on an Inpatient

question 15

Multiple Choice

According to Maslow's hierarchy of needs,which situation on an inpatient psychiatric unit would require priority intervention by a nurse?

• A)A client rudely complaining about limited visiting hours
• B) A client exhibiting aggressive behavior toward another client
• C) A client stating that no one cares
• D) A client verbalizing feelings of failure

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Definitions:

Anvil

A heavy iron block typically used in metalworking upon which metal can be hammered and shaped.

Stirrup

A small U-shaped bone in the middle ear that transmits sound vibrations from the anvil to the cochlea. Alternatively, it refers to a device attached to the saddle in horse riding, supporting the rider's foot.

Frequency Theory

A theory in hearing that suggests the perception of pitch is related to the rate at which the entire basilar membrane vibrates, indicating that the frequency of the sound wave is mimicked by the firing rate of the auditory nerve.

Basilar Membrane

A structure in the cochlea of the inner ear that plays a critical role in sound perception, vibrating in response to sound and contributing to the separation of different frequencies for auditory processing.