By Ekpang Eunice Oba
Motivation meaning and process have been elabomtely discussed with
the latter seen as a homeostatic process. Theories abound to explain ihe
motivational basis of behavior. Though with divergent views, all agree that . . motives exist as internal factors that arouse, direct and integrate a person's . -.
behavior. The focus of this paper is on motivation in nursing. In seeking the
'why' bellind human behavior, this work has explored the relationship
between an individual's behavior and his underlying desires, beliefs and
e~otions. For efficient and quality performance whether in patient care,
management, education or research areas, nurses Imve a responsibility to
properly harness the motivation of all concerned to put in their best to ,the
satisfaction of all and sundry