Unit 5: The care needs of the individual Flashcards
What is the name of the psychologist who created the hierarchy of needs?
Abraham Maslow
What is the general idea of the hierarchy of needs?
That people are motivated behave in a certain way when needs are not being met. Higher level needs only become a motivation when lower level needs are met
What does physiological needs mean?
Things needed for human survival
Give some examples of physiological needs
Food
Water
Shelter
Clothing
Sleep
Personal Care
What does safety and security needs mean?
Things needed to feel like you’re not going to get hurt or run out of money
Give some examples of safety and security needs
Health
Employment
Property
Family
What does love and belonging needs mean?
Relationships with people
Give some examples of love and belonging needs
Friendship
Family
Intimacy
What does self esteem needs mean?
Things we need to feel valued
Give some examples of self esteem needs
Confidence
Respect of others
Independence
Being unique
What does self-actualisation mean?
Feelings of achievement - as if you have reached your potential in life. That your life has been worthwhile
Give some examples of self actualisation needs
Personal growth
Acceptance
Having purpose
Hopes and dreams being fulfilled
What does chronic condition mean?
A physical or mental condition which is long-lasting in its effects. More than 3 months but usually life-long.
What does acute condition mean?
A physical or mental condition which is intense, of short duration. It develops quickly but doesn’t last long
What does disability mean?
A physical or mental condition that has a substantial and long-term impact on a person’s lifestyle
What does cognitive disability mean?
Limitations on mental functioning. Could stop communication, self help and academic progress
What does mental disability mean?
Limitations on thinking correctly or behaving rationally
What does physical disability mean?
When one or more limbs (arms and legs) does not function properly
What does sensory disability mean?
A disorder that prevents the brain from processing sensory information properly - sight, sound, taste, smell and touch
How might a disability prevent a person from having their physiological need of food and drink being met?
Can’t prepare food and drink
Might not understand nutrition
Can’t eat and drink by themselves
How might a disability prevent a person from having their physiological need of rest and sleep being met?
Disruption to sleep pattern
How might a disability prevent a person from having their physiological need of personal care being met?
Unable to use toilet
Incontinence
Unable to brush teeth or hair
Unable to dress/undress
Unable to get in and out of bath/shower
How might a disability prevent a person from having their safety and security need of safe environment being met?
Unable to lock doors at night.
Unable to use electrical equipment at home
How might a disability prevent a person from having their safety and security need of healthcare being met?
Unable to access services and treatment
Unable to mange own medication
