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Maslow Hierarchy in Nursing — NCLEX Cheat Sheet

Physiologic needs first

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👤 By the CinnaRN Clinical Content Team 🕐 Updated 2026-07-11 🏷️ Management of Care 🔖 Free to read, print, and share

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Use this quick-reference guide to spot, treat, and prevent Maslow Hierarchy in Nursing on the NCLEX. Keep it handy during review and on exam day!

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What to look for

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Physiological needs (oxygen, fluids, nutrition, elimination, sleep, pain relief) are first priority and align with the ABCs.

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