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 with partial-thickness burns on both arms reports thirst, chills, and anxiety about permanent scarring. IV fluids are running wide open per burn protocol.
Drag items into priority order — highest priority at the top.
Available
Monitor IV fluid rate, urine output, and perfusion
Maintain warm environment and pain control as ordered
Assess burn wounds for progression and infection
Provide oral fluids when bowel sounds return and allowed
Priority order
1
Drop here
2
Drop here
3
Drop here
4
Drop here
