Thai Journal of Nursing and Midwifery Practice
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<p>วารสารการปฏิบัติการพยาบาลและการผดุงครรภ์ไทย เป็นวารสารวิชาการทางการพยาบาล ดำเนินการโดยสมาคมผู้ปฏิบัติการพยาบาลขั้นสูง (ประเทศไทย) ร่วมกับวิทยาลัยพยาบาลและผดุงครรภ์ขั้นสูงแห่งประเทศไทย โดยการสนับสนุนของสภาการพยาบาล มีระบบการบริการแบบสากล คือ มีกองบรรณาธิการและผู้ทรงคุณวุฒิภายนอกตามจำนวนที่ สกอ.และ TCI กำหนด มีการประเมินคุณภาพโดยผู้ทรงคุณวุฒิ (Peer Review) ทุกบทความความต้องได้รับการตรวจพิจารณาจากผู้ทรงคุณวุฒิ 3 ท่าน และการพิจารณานั้นจะเป็นแบบ double blind</p> <p>วารสารการปฏิบัติการพยาบาลและการผดุงครรภ์ไทย อยู่ในฐานข้อมูลของ ศูนย์ดัชนีการอ้างอิงวารสารไทย (Thai Journal Citation Index-TCI) กลุ่มที่ 2 โดยศูนย์ดัชนีการอ้างอิงวารสารไทย (Thai-Journal Citation Index (TCI) Centre) ร่วมกับ สำนักงานคณะกรรมการส่งเสริมวิทยาศาสตร์ วิจัยและนวัตกรรม (สกสว.) คณะพลังงานสิ่งแวดล้อมและวัสดุ มหาวิทยาลัยเทคโนโลยีพระจอมเกล้าธนบุรี และศูนย์เทคโนโลยีอิเล็กทรอนิกส์และคอมพิวเตอร์แห่งชาติ (NECTEC) ประกาศผลการประเมินคุณภาพวารสารวิชาการที่อยู่ในฐานข้อมูล TCI รอบที่ 4 ครั้งที่ 3 (พ.ศ. 2565 – 2567)</p> <p><strong>การตีพิมพ์เผยแพร่</strong><strong> </strong>วารสารการปฏิบัติการพยาบาลและการผดุงครรภ์ไทย จัดพิมพ์ 2 ฉบับต่อปี </p> <p>ฉบับที่ 1 มกราคม – มิถุนายน</p> <p>ฉบับที่ 2 กรกฎาคม – ธันวาคม</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>ISSN 3057-1529 (Print) </strong><br /><strong>ISSN 3057-1561 (Online)</strong></p> <p> </p> <p>- ตีพิมพ์วารสารเป็นรูปเล่ม ตั้งแต่ปี พ.ศ. 2557 ถึง ปี พ.ศ. 2565</p> <p>- ตีพิมพ์เป็นวารสารอิเล็กทรอนิกส์ (Electronic Journals) เท่านั้น ตั้งแต่ปี พ.ศ. 2566 เป็นต้นไป</p> <p><strong>อัตราค่าตีพิมพ์</strong> บทความที่ได้รับการตอบรับเพื่อตีพิมพ์ ผู้เขียนจะมีค่าใช้จ่าย ดังนี้</p> <p>1) สมาชิกสมาคมผู้ปฏิบัติการพยาบาลขั้นสูง (ประเทศไทย) ชำระค่าตอบแทนผู้ทรงคุณวุฒิในการอ่านบทความจำนวน 3 ท่าน และค่าตอบแทนการแปล/Edit บทคัดย่อภาษาอังกฤษ เป็นเงิน จำนวน 2,500 บาท </p> <p> 2) ผู้ที่ไม่ใช่สมาชิกสมาคมฯ ตามข้อ 1) ชำระค่าตอบแทนผู้ทรงคุณวุฒิในการอ่านบทความจำนวน 3 ท่าน และค่าตอบแทนการแปล/Edit บทคัดย่อภาษาอังกฤษ เป็นเงิน จำนวน 3,500 บาท</p> <p>ทั้งนี้ <strong>ตั้งแต่วันที่ 1 มกราคม 2567</strong> เป็นต้นไป บทความที่ได้รับการตอบรับเพื่อตีพิมพ์ จะมีอัตราค่าธรรมเนียมใหม่ ดังนี้ </p> <p>1) สมาชิกสมาคมผู้ปฏิบัติการพยาบาลขั้นสูง (ประเทศไทย) ชำระค่าตอบแทนผู้ทรงคุณวุฒิในการอ่านบทความจำนวน 3 ท่าน และค่าตอบแทนการแปล/Edit บทคัดย่อภาษาอังกฤษ <strong>เป็นเงินจำนวน 5,000 บาท/บทความ</strong></p> <p> 2) ผู้ที่ไม่ใช่สมาชิกสมาคมฯ ตามข้อ 1) ชำระค่าตอบแทนผู้ทรงคุณวุฒิในการอ่านบทความจำนวน 3 ท่าน และค่าตอบแทนการแปล/Edit บทคัดย่อภาษาอังกฤษ <strong>เป็นเงินจำนวน 6,000 บาท/บทความ</strong></p> <p><strong>ช่องทางการชำระค่าตีพิมพ์</strong><strong> </strong>ชำระค่าตีพิมพ์โดยการโอนเงินเข้าบัญชีออมทรัพย์</p> <p>ธนาคารกรุงไทย สาขากระทรวงสาธารณสุข</p> <p>บัญชีเลขที่: 142 – 0 – 19768 – 1</p> <p>ชื่อบัญชี: สมาคมผู้ปฏิบัติการพยาบาลขั้นสูง (วารสาร)</p> <p><strong><em>******ให้ชำระเงินค่าธรรมเนียมหลังจากได้รับแจ้งจากทางวารสารแล้วเท่านั้น**********</em></strong></p> <p><strong>ติดต่อกองบรรณาธิการได้ที่</strong> รองศาสตราจารย์ ดร.จิณพิชญ์ชา สาธิยมาส (บรรณาธิการ) e-mail: tjnmp.2023@gmail.com</p>สมาคมผู้ปฏิบัติการพยาบาลขั้นสูง (ประเทศไทย)en-USThai Journal of Nursing and Midwifery PracticeThe role of nurse and midwifery in preconception weight management: An evidence-based approach
https://he02.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/apnj/article/view/277903
<p><strong>Abstract</strong>: Weight management for women in the preconception period is an important, though often overlooked, aspect of healthcare that significantly impacts the health of both mother and fetus. The worldwide prevalence of overweight and obesity in women of childbearing age is increasing, positioning nurses and midwives in a key role to screen, counsel, and support women in achieving a healthy weight before pregnancy. Evidence shows that a woman's pre-pregnancy weight affects fertility and increases maternal health risks and long-term health risks for the child through complex mechanisms involving hormonal control, metabolic function, and epigenetic programming. Effective care for this group consists of comprehensive health and risk behavior assessment, motivational counseling, and the promotion of health behavioral changes, comprising nutritional management, physical activity management, and sleep and stress management, and the promotion of a proper diet, moderate exercise, and sleep and stress management, aiming for a 5-10% reduction in current body weight to increase the likelihood of conception. This article compiles evidence-based guidelines for nurses and midwives to apply in the care of women of reproductive age for effective preconception weight management.</p>Piyanut Xuto
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2025-12-202025-12-20122515Post-Operative Nausea and Vomiting after Receiving Taiyang Acupressure in Patients Undergoing Gynecological Surgery with General Anesthesia
https://he02.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/apnj/article/view/272008
<p><span class="fontstyle0">Abstract: </span><span class="fontstyle2">This quasi-experimental research aimed to compare the effects of Taiyang acupressure in reducing preoperative nausea and vomiting in patients undergoing gynecological surgery with general anesthesia. The sample consisted of 60 participants, randomly assigned into two groups: 30 patients in the experimental group receiving Taiyang acupressure, and 30 patients in the control group receiving Ondansetron as standard. Data were collected from October 2023 to February 2024 using an assessment form for postoperative nausea and vomiting during the recovery phase. Data analysis was performed using Chi-square, Fisher’s exact test, independent t-test and McNemar test. The results showed no significant differences in body mass index, smoking, or health status (p >.05) but the groups differed significantly in age and history of motion sickness (p <.05). Overall, patients receiving Taiyang acupressure had reduced nausea and vomiting with 29 of them having no symptom and only 1 patient having nausea and vomiting. Among the control group, who received Ondansetron as a prophylaxis, 4 patients (13.3%) had nausea and vomiting. In conclusion, Taiyang acupressure can reduce nausea and vomiting in patients after general anesthesia. This study did not follow up at the ward, longer follow up with a larger sample size is recommended for future study and educate the families/relatives about acupressure techniques to enhance their participation in patient care.</span> </p>Chutima KangkarnNitthakan PolwichitKedsara Thungjai
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2025-12-212025-12-211221625Utilizing Shock Index for Prediction and Prevention of Hypovolemic Shock in Multiple Trauma Patients at Chumphon Khet Udomsakdi Hospital
https://he02.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/apnj/article/view/272704
<p><strong>Abstract: </strong>This quasi-experimental one-group pre-posttest study aimed to examine the effects of using the Shock Index (SI) to predict and prevent hypovolemic shock among multiple trauma patients from traffic accidents at Chumphon Khet Udomsakdi Hospital. The study included two participant groups: 32 registered nurses and 35 multiple trauma patients admitted to the surgical intensive care unit and the trauma and neurosurgical wards, all of whom met the inclusion criteria during the study period. The intervention comprised education and hands-on training of the nurses in the use and application of the Shock Index. The research instruments consisted of a demographic questionnaire for nurses, a knowledge and practice test on the use of the Shock Index, a practice assessment form, a satisfaction evaluation questionnaire, and the severity of hypovolemic shock report. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics (percentage, mean, and standard deviation) and paired t-test to compare pre- and post-intervention outcomes. The results revealed that nurses’ mean scores for knowledge and practical skills significantly improved after receiving the education and hands-on training (p < .05). When comparing the severity of hypovolemic shock within the first 24 hours of admission, application of the Shock Index enabled earlier detection of blood loss–related shock, resulting in a statistically significant reduction in shock severity levels (p < .05). All participants rated their satisfaction with the use of the Shock Index at a high level. The findings suggest that the Shock Index can be effectively utilized for early prediction and prevention of hypovolemic shock. Future studies should include a larger sample group of patients with high risk or critical illness in other units.</p>Benjamard SombadnaBangon Nubanjong
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2025-12-222025-12-221222645Effects of an Exercise Behaviors Development Program for Elderly with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus at Kranuan District, Khon Kaen Province
https://he02.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/apnj/article/view/277227
<p><strong>Abstract</strong><strong>:</strong> The objectives of this quasi-experimental research were to compare perceived self-efficacy in exercise and expectation of the results of exercise, exercise behaviors, fasting blood sugar, and physical fitness of the experimental group between before and after the experiment receiving the exercise behaviors development program, and compare the outcomes between the experimental group and the comparison group after the experiment. The sample consisted of type 2 Diabetes Mellitus patients selected by simple random sampling from two Health Promoting Hospital who met the inclusion criteria of aged > 60 yrs and fasting blood sugar ≥ 130 mg./dl. Those selected to be an experimental group, and comparison group were matched with similar level of fasting blood sugar and physical fitness, with 31 persons in each group. The experimental tools were 1) the Exercise Behaviors Development Program based on Self-efficacy theory, and 2) home visit and health status record form. The data collection tools were 1) a questionnaire consisted of 3 parts: personal data, perceived self-efficacy and expectations of results of exercise and exercise behaviors which tested for validity equal CVI of 1, and Cronbach’s alpha coefficients for reliability of .83, .71 and .87 respectively; 2) Blood Glucose Meter and 3) watch. The data were analyzed by descriptive statistics, t-test, Wilcoxson signed ranks test and Mann-Whitney U test. The results found as follows: after the experiment, the scores of perceived self-efficacy in exercise and expectation of results of exercise, exercise behaviors and physical fitness in the experimental group were significantly higher than before and those in the comparison group. Fasting blood sugar of the experimental group was significantly lower than before and those in the comparison group (p < .05). This program should be therefore applied and continuously evaluated the outcomes.</p>Pongprun KranchareeWarinee IemsawasdikulChuenijit Potisubsuk
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2025-12-262025-12-261224660Development of nursing practices for diabetic patients with high blood sugar along with acid blood and respiratory failure in Uttaradit Hospital
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<p><strong>Abstract</strong>: This research and development study aimed to develop nursing practice guidelines for patients with diabetes experiencing high blood sugar along with acid blood and respiratory failure. The study was conducted between May 2024 and August 2025 in four phases: (1) situation analysis, (2) guideline development, (3) evaluation of guideline implementation, and (4) refinement of the guidelines. The sample consisted of 28 registered nurses and 72 patients, divided into a control group and an experimental group, with 36 in each group. Research instruments included a nursing care questionnaire, a patient satisfaction questionnaire, a competency assessment tool, and an observation record form, all of which were validated by 5 experts. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, independent t-test and dependent t-test. The research results showed that the experimental group using the guidelines had a statistically significant shorter time to control their blood sugar levels, time to recover from acidosis, time on a ventilator, and length of stay in the intensive care unit (ICU) than the control group receiving routine nursing care (p<.05). No patients died from diabetes. In terms of nursing outcomes after using the guidelines, nurses had a statistically significant higher mean satisfaction and nursing competency in terms of knowledge, skills, and attitude than before using the guidelines (p<.05). It is recommended to set a policy to continuously encourage the implementation of this guideline and monitor outcomes.</p>Laddawan JanyanaSiri-on MeechamnaGunniga Plangdee Kirasar Suwareewara
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2025-12-232025-12-231226182Application of Transition Theory in Nursing of Ischemic Stroke Patients After Craniectomy: A Case Study
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<p><strong>Abstract: </strong>Stroke, resulting from cerebral artery stenosis or occlusion, disrupts blood flow to the brain, leading to neuronal damage, functional deficits (hemiparesis/plegia), and potential death. Prompt acute-phase medical and nursing care is vital in reducing the severity and disability associated with stroke. This study aimed to explore the application of transition theory in the nursing management of acute ischemic stroke patients undergoing decompressive craniectomy. Data collection, problem identification, nursing diagnosis formulation, and care planning were conducted across the pre-operative, post-operative, and rehabilitation phases. <strong>Case Study of a</strong> 70-year-old Thai male presented with a 4-hour history of left-sided limb weakness and was diagnosed with ischemic stroke and atrial fibrillation. He was transferred from a community hospital to a tertiary care center. Twenty-four hours post-admission, the patient exhibited atrial fibrillation, hypertension, and worsening left-sided limb weakness (Grade 0 muscle strength). He also presented with signs of increased intracranial pressure (IICP). A brain CT scan revealed a large right middle cerebral artery (MCA) infarction with evidence of cerebral edema. The patient subsequently underwent decompressive craniectomy. Nurses identified problems and provided care across the pre-operative, post-operative, and rehabilitation phases. Discharge planning and continuous care were implemented to facilitate the patient's transition through the critical and recovery periods, enabling the patient and family to cope with the transition from hospital to home effectively. Ultimately, the patient was successfully discharged home. In summary, this case study demonstrates a successful transition through the acute, sub-acute, and rehabilitation phases of critical illness, free from complications, with a comprehensive discharge plan allowing the patient to return home for self-care.</p>Supaporn Sripanom
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2025-12-232025-12-231228397Caring for Patients with Neuromyelitis Optica Spectrum Disorder Facing Illness Uncertainty: A Case Study
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<p><strong>Abstract:</strong> Uncertainty with illness in patients with Neuromyelitis Optica Spectrum Disorder (NMOSD) affects adaptation, quality of life and coping with changes in daily life, and causes patients to have ambiguity about their illness and inability to predict the duration and prognosis of the disease, compounded by receiving inconsistent information, frequent changes in information, and various factors that influence the uncertainty in this illness. Patients perceive themselves as being in a critical state, having a severe exacerbation of the disease, which may affect their future lives and the ability to perceive changes that occur in the beginning. Furthermore, patients do not fully understand the information provided. Planning and providing various information to help analyze, decision making, and process information are essential. Nurses play an important role in providing information about medical treatment, encouraging patients, building confidence, and allowing patients to express their feelings to reduce anxiety and stress that they are facing and overcome uncertainty during admitted in the intensive care unit.</p>Jutamas KingtongTippamas Chinnawong
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