Physical Needs
To maintain good hygiene and physical comfort
Ensuring that patients are clean, comfortable, and their basic physical needs are met.
To promote circulation
Ensuring proper blood flow and cardiovascular health.
To facilitate the maintenance of effective interpersonal relationships
Supporting patients in maintaining meaningful social connections.
To facilitate the maintenance of a sense of security
Ensuring that patients feel safe and secure in their environment and care.
To promote optimal activity
Encouraging exercise, adequate rest, and sleep to maintain physical and mental health.
To promote optimal nutrition
Ensuring patients receive adequate and appropriate nutrition for their health needs.
To facilitate the maintenance of a sense of purpose
Helping patients find meaning and purpose in their lives and activities.
To promote emotional and mental health
Addressing issues such as stress, anxiety, and emotional distress.
To promote safety
Preventing accidents, injuries, and other safety hazards to protect patients.
To promote elimination
Supporting regular and normal elimination patterns to prevent complications.
To promote the use of community resources
Helping patients access and utilize community services and support systems.
To promote intellectual growth
Supporting continuous learning and cognitive development.
To maintain good body mechanics
Teaching and assisting patients in proper body alignment and movements to prevent injuries.
To promote personal hygiene
Encouraging and assisting patients in maintaining personal cleanliness.
To promote effective communication
Encouraging open and honest communication between patients, their families, and healthcare providers.
To promote self-acceptance
Assisting patients in developing a positive self-image and acceptance of their condition.
To promote effective breathing
Supporting patients with respiratory needs to maintain adequate oxygenation.
To promote physical comfort
Addressing pain, discomfort, and other physical distress.
To promote acceptance by others
Helping patients achieve social acceptance and inclusion.
To promote the maintenance of a therapeutic environment
Creating a healing environment that promotes recovery and well-being.