MASLOW’S HIERARCHY OF NEEDS IN CLINICAL SETTINGS AND IN NURSING CARE

Πέμπτη, 1 Ιανουαρίου 2026

Έτος δημοσίευσης:

2026

Κακκαβάς Δημήτριοσ, MSc in Applied Clinical Nursing Department of Nursing, University of West Attica, Athens, Greece
Στάμου Αγγελική, Λέκτορας Νοσηλευτικής, Πανεπιστήμιο Δυτικής Αττικής

Σελίδες: 3-9

DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.23229302

Introduction: Needs assessment according to Maslow’s theory is essential in clinical practice as it supports individualized care planning

and patient-centered decision-making. Furthermore, it promotes a balanced therapeutic relationship between healthcare professionals

and patients.

The aim of this study was to explore Maslow’s theory in clinical settings and in nursing care.

Methodology: A literature search of scientific articles was conducted in the electronic databases PubMed and Scopus. The keywords

used included: “needs”, “patients”, and “Maslow’s hierarchy of needs”, along with their synonyms and combinations.

Results: Maslow’s hierarchy of needs is applied across intensive care, rehabilitation, chronic disease management, rehabilitation,

reconstructive surgery, cardiology and hemodialysis. The model is used to support holistic, patient-centered care by prioritizing physiological

and safety needs while also addressing psychological, social, and self-actualization domains. Its application has been associated

with improved recovery, symptom management, functional outcomes, self-management, treatment adherence, and quality of life. Findings

indicate that higher-order needs remain relevant but are often secondary to physiological stabilization mainly in acute clinical

contexts.

Conclusions: The application of Maslow’s hierarchy provides a structured biopsychosocial framework for understanding patients’

needs and guiding individualized

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