Life-sustaining needs essential for ssurvival
physiological
Why are physiological needs the highest priority?
Without them, the patient cannot survive.
When are safety needs addressed?
After physiological needs are stable.
Relationships, emotional support, and social connections.
love and belonging needs
Self-worth, confidence, independence, and respect.
esteem needs
Achieving personal growth, meaning, and fulfillment.
self-actualization
How do the eyes respond in Fight or Flight? Sensory / Vision
Pupils dilate → more light enters → enhanced visual perception and alertness for danger.
How does the endocrine system respond in FoF ? Sensory / Vision
Glucocorticoids released → ↑ gluconeogenesis → ↑ blood glucose for energy.
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How does the endocrine system respond in Rest and digestion? Endocrine / Metabolism
A (Parasympathetic/Rest & Digest): Hormones return to baseline → glucose stored or used normally
How do the eyes respond in rest and digest. Endocrine / Metabolism
(Parasympathetic/Rest & Digest): Pupils constrict → normal light exposure → relaxed vision.
Skin response in FoF ? Integumentary / Skin
A (Sympathetic/FoF):
Diaphoresis (sweating) ↑
↑ body temperature from metabolism
Pale skin from vasoconstriction (norepinephrine)
Skin response in digestion and Rest? Integumentary / Skin
Normal skin color, normal temp, sweating decreases.
How does breathing change? Respiratory
A (Sympathetic/FoF):
↑ respiratory rate, bronchodilation → ↑ oxygen for muscles.
How does breathing change? Respiratory
A (Parasympathetic/Rest & Digest): Normal, slower, relaxed breathing → conservation of energy.
Cardiovascular
Q: Heart and blood vessel response?
A (Sympathetic/FoF): ↑ heart rate, ↑ cardiac output → rapid oxygen/nutrient transport.
Cardiovascular
Q: Heart and blood vessel response?
A (Parasympathetic/Rest & Digest): ↓ heart rate, normal cardiac output → energy conservation.
Urinary
Q: Kidney/bladder response?
A (Sympathetic/FoF): Sodium & water retention (aldosterone) → ↑ blood volume; ↓ urine output.
Urinary
Q: Kidney/bladder response?
A (Parasympathetic/Rest & Digest): Normal filtration; urination promoted.
Gastrointestinal
Digestive system response?
A (Sympathetic/FoF):
↓ peristalsis → constipation, ↑ serotonin in gut → nausea.
Gastrointestinal
Digestive system response?
A (Parasympathetic/Rest & Digest): ↑ peristalsis, normal digestion → nutrients absorbed efficiently.
Musculoskeletal
Muscle response in FoF vs Rest?
A (Sympathetic/FoF): ↑ muscle tension → ready for fight or flight.
Musculoskeletal
Muscle response in FoF vs Rest?
A (Parasympathetic/Rest & Digest): Muscles relaxed → normal function, repair, and rest.