Master Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs with Picmonic for Nursing RN

These physiological elements are needed for the body to survive and help determine one’s level of health.

Regulating one's temperature, eliminating appropriately, having adequate shelter, and adequate sexual expression help advance one's journey up the Hierarchy.

The ability to avoid harm or injury creates a feeling of comfort.

Physiological safety does not just pertain to our bodily systems working together and keeping one safe, but other systems, such as law, stability, order, and freedom from fear.

Needs are for giving and receiving love to create satisfactory interpersonal relationships.

The individual works to achieve success and recognition in work and desires prestige from accomplishments.

Fulfillment stems from achieving accomplishments set by the individual. However, this need cannot fully be met until previous needs have been mastered.