Journal of Nursing and Public Health Research

The Integration of Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) Technologies in Nursing Simulation: Challenges for Nursing Education

Mon, 04 Nov 2024 00:00:00 +0700

This academic article presents the integration of Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) technologies in nursing simulation. It specifically investigates the potential, challenges, and forthcoming developments associated with the utilization of these technologies in nursing education. The article discusses the fundamental principles of VR and AR, their use in nursing simulation, strategies for incorporating them into nursing curricula, impacts on leaning, limitations, current innovations, case studies, evaluation methods, and recommendations for implementation and future research. The study demonstrates that VR and AR possess significant potential for enhancing critical thinking skills, clinical decision-making abilities, and self-assurance among nursing students. However, there are still challenges regarding costs, instructor training, and ethical issues that need consideration. The article highlights that integrating VR and AR in nursing simulation has high potential to revolutionize teaching methods, but careful planning, continuous development, and in-depth research are necessary to maximize the benefits for nursing students' learning.

[RETRACTED ARTICLE] Factors Related to COVID-19 Booster Vaccine Decision-Making Behavior After the Cancellation of the COVID-19 Emergency Among International Communicable Disease Control Checkpoints Workers in Chiang Rai Province

Tue, 10 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0700

The journal has withdrawn this article due to identified ethical concerns in the research.

The objective of this correlation study was to investigate factors associated with COVID19 booster vaccine decision-making behavior following the termination of the COVID-19 emergency among immigration screening workers at the point of entry in Chiang Rai Province. The sample consisted of 135 immigration screening officers stationed at international communicable disease control checkpoints in Chiang Rai Province, selected by simple random sampling. Data collection tools included a personal information recording form, a questionnaire on perceptions of the severity of COVID-19 disease, a questionnaire on perceptions of the risk of COVID-19 disease, a questionnaire on confidence in the outcomes of practice, a self-efficacy confidence questionnaire, and the COVID-19 vaccine decision-making behavior questionnaire. The data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and Pearson's correlation coefficients.

The results showed that the COVID-19 risk perception score was at a high level, while the perceived severity of COVID-19 disease 19, confidence in the outcomes of self- care practices, self-efficacy, and COVID-19 vaccine decision-making behavior were at a moderate level. Additionally, factors including the perceived severity of COVID-19 and the perceived risk of COVID-19 had a moderate positive correlation with COVID-19 vaccine decision-making behavior (r = 0.32 and 0.41; p-value < 0.001, respectively). For the factors related to confidence in the outcomes of self-care practices and self-efficacy, there was a strong positive correlation with COVID-19 vaccine decision-making behavior (r = 0.74 and 0.70; p-value < 0.001, respectively). The results of this study can be used to develop models to motivate disease prevention behavior for COVID-19 by enhancing individuals' awareness of the severity and risk of COVID-19 and fostering confidence in the outcomes of self-care practices, leading to booster vaccine uptake after the termination of the emergency status.

Evaluation of the Value of Implementing Area Health Advocacy in the Coronavirus-2019 Surveillance Areas of Health Region 10

Wed, 18 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0700

The objective of this descriptive study was to evaluation of the value of implementing area health advocacy in the Coronavirus-2019 surveillance areas of Health Region 10. Partiticipants included 2,444 key leaders of the health charter team in Health Region 10, which consisted of the provinces of Ubon Ratchathani, Amnat Charoen, Si Sa Ket, Yasothon, and Mukdahan. The data collection tools used included a questionnaire to assess awareness levels, a questionnaire on participation, and a questionnaire on the outcomes of the health charter implementation. The data was analyzed using descriptive statistics.

The results showed that participants had a high level of awareness that the spread of the coronavirus-2019 pandemic was a problem that required everyone to cooperate in addressing (Mean = 4.37, S.D. = 0.69). Participation was also high in terms of engaging in community discussions to analyze problems, listen to public opinions and needs, and inspire efforts to monitor the spread of the coronavirus-2019 pandemic in the area (Mean = 3.93, S.D. = 0.85). Additionally, the outcomes of implementing the health charter were rated highly, with participants agreeing that the charter enabled people infected with the coronavirus-2019 to receive timely treatment at state health services (Mean = 4.21, S.D. = 0.76). In conclusion, the health charter, as a form of public policy developed by the community, helped reduce the spread of the coronavirus-2019 pandemic in Health Region 10.

Effectiveness of a Motivational Interviewing Program for Changing Self-Care Behaviors in Patients with Diabetes Mellitus

Panatda Chaima, Pimjai Aunban — Thu, 19 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0700

The objective of this quasi-experimental study was to compare self-care behavior scores and cumulative blood sugar values of diabetic patients before and after receiving a motivational interviewing program for self-care behavior modification. Participants, selected through purposive sampling, consisted of 30 patients with diabetes and receiving services at the Diabetes Clinic, Ban Kha Chao Subdistrict Health Promoting Hospital. The research instrument included a motivational interviewing program for self-care behavior modification in diabetic patients, developed by the researcher. Data collection tools included a general information record form and a self-care behavior questionnaire for diabetic patients. General data were analyzed using descriptive statistics. A comparison of self-care behavior levels and cumulative blood sugar levels of diabetic patients before and after receiving the program was conducted using the dependent t-test.

The results found that after participating in the program, participants had a higher mean score of overall self-care behavior (Mean = 3.50, S.D. = 0.21) than before participating in the program (Mean = 3.32, S.D. = 0.28), with a statistically significant difference (p-value < 0.001). Additionally, the mean cumulative blood sugar level of the participants after participating in the program (Mean = 7.23, S.D. = 0.64), lower than before participating in the program (Mean = 9.79, S.D. = 12.77), with a statistically significant difference (p-value < 0.001). This indicates that this motivational interviewing program is highly effective. Therefore, health care providers can apply this program to effectively promote self-care behavior modification and reduce cumulative blood sugar levels in diabetic patients within their operational areas.

Effects of a Self-Management Program via Application on Self-Management Behaviors and Activities of Daily Living among Patients with Congestive Heart Failure

Patchrin Intamoon, Utthawit Jansiri, Kanjana Jaijoi — Fri, 20 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0700

The objective of this quasi-experimental study was to examine the effectiveness of a self-management program delivered via an application on self-management behaviors and activities of daily living among patients with congestive heart failure. Forty-eight patients with congestive heart failure were randomly assigned to two groups: 24 in the experimental group and 24 in the control group. The research tool was a self-management program application for heart failure patients, developed by the researcher. Data collection instruments included a personal information questionnaire, a self-management behavior assessment, and an activities of daily living assessment. General data were analyzed using descriptive statistics. The mean scores for self-management behavior and activities of daily living before and after the experiment in the experimental group were compared using the dependent t-test, while post-experiment comparisons between the experimental and control groups were made using the independent t-test.

The results showed that, after the experiment, the experimental group had significantly higher mean scores for self-management behaviors and ability to perform activities of daily living compared to before the experiment (p-value < 0.001). Additionally, the experimental group had significantly higher mean scores for self-management behaviors and ability to perform activities of daily living than the control group (p-value < 0.001). The study concludes that the self-management program delivered via the application effectively improves self-management behaviors and the ability to perform activities of daily living in patients with heart failure.

Health Literacy Affecting the Classification of Depression in Breast Cancer Patients

Mon, 21 Oct 2024 00:00:00 +0700

The objective of this survey research was to investigate the impact of health literacy on the classification of depression in breast cancer patients. Participants consisted of 153 breast cancer patients receiving treatment at Chonburi Cancer Hospital, selected through simple random sampling based on specified criteria. The research instruments included personal information, a health literacy assessment for breast cancer patients with a Cronbach's alpha reliability coefficient of 0.98, and a depression assessment for breast cancer patients with a Cronbach's alpha reliability coefficient of 0.83. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and discriminant analysis.

The research results indicated that the participants had an overall mean health literacy score at a high level (Mean = 187.18, S.D. = 34.23). The majority of the participants (133 individuals, 86.90%) had very mild depression, followed by 16 individuals (10.50%) with moderate depression, and 4 individuals (2.60%) with severe depression, respectively. The mean scores for health literacy in accessing health information and services (Mean = 30.70, S.D. = 6.72), evaluating health information and services (Mean = 24.04, S.D. = 4.88), and communication and social support (Mean = 68.88, S.D. = 12.24) were able to significantly classify depression levels in breast cancer patients at 60.10%, with a statistical significance level of 0.05. The results of this study can be used by nurses and others healthcare providers to plan the development of programs or health promotion activities aimed at enhancing health literacy. This, in turn, serves as a preventive measure against depression and contributes to an improved quality of life for breast cancer patients.

The Outcomes of Care Services for the Elderly with Dependence Provided by the Long-Term Care Fund

Thu, 24 Oct 2024 00:00:00 +0700

This evaluation research aimed to examine the outcomes of care for the elderly with dependence under the Long-Term Care Fund for public health. Data were collected from 777 elderly respondents and 660 caregivers through surveys, participatory observations, in-depth interviews, group discussions, and relevant documents. Qualitative data were analyzed through content analysis and thematic analysis, while quantitative data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, McNemar test, and t-test.

The results showed that: 1) the majority of elderly individuals with long-term dependence under the Long-Term Care Fund for public health were predominantly homebound, with over half suffering from chronic illnesses. Specifically, 34.75% had hypertension, 22.52% had diabetes, and 24.07% had multiple chronic conditions. Meanwhile, in one out of every three families, caregivers experienced health problems, with 41% suffering from chronic illnesses and nearly 21% being elderly themselves; 2) the process of caring for elderly individuals with long-term dependence under the Long-Term Care Fund for public health was primarily driven by managers, caregivers, and care plans; and 3) the provision of care services for elderly individuals with long-term dependence under the Long-Term Care Fund for public health significantly improved the quality of life for caregivers and elderly individuals statistically at the 0.01 level. However, there was no significant difference in the level of dependence among elderly individuals receiving care from the Long-Term Care Fund for public health before and after the study. Therefore, dependence remained a significant issue for elderly individuals requiring the development of quality and standard long-term care services, leading to an enhancement in the quality of life for both elderly individuals and family caregivers in the community.

Quality of Life and Self-Esteem among Older Adults in Chiang Khong District, Chiang Rai Province

Tithima Thasuwanain, Saiphon Supasri, Warunee Phanwong, Varunya Manerut — Tue, 29 Oct 2024 00:00:00 +0700

The objectives of this cross-sectional study were to examine the levels of quality of life and self-esteem, as well as to investigate the relationship between quality of life and self-esteem among older adults in Chiang Khong District, Chiang Rai Province. Participants consisted of 400 older adults residing in Chiang Khong District, Chiang Rai Province, selected through simple random sampling. The data collection tools included a personal information record, the Thai version of the World Health Organization Quality of Life Brief–Thai (WHOQOL-BREF-THAI), and a self-esteem questionnaire for older adults. General data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, and the relationship between quality of life and self-esteem was analyzed using Spearman's rank correlation coefficient.

The results showed that the majority of the participants were female (56%), aged between 60-69 years (60.50%). The average overall quality of life was at a moderate level (Mean = 3.58, S.D. = 0.884), and the average level of self-esteem was also moderate (Mean = 2.51, S.D. = 1.04). It was found that the quality of life and self-esteem of participants had a statistically significant moderate positive correlation at the 0.01 level (r = 0.31, p-value < 0.001). The findings from this study can be used as baseline information for promoting the health of older adults, with an emphasis on enhancing self-esteem to improve quality of life.

Development of an Automatic Night-Illuminating Shoe Innovation Using a Design Thinking Process and Interdisciplinary Integration to Enhance Walking Confidence Perception among Older Adults in the Community

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 00:00:00 +0700

The objective of this research and development study was to develop and evaluate the effectiveness of an automatic night-illuminating shoe innovation using a design thinking process on the walking confidence perception of older adults in the community. Participants consisted of 30 older adults from the community, selected by purposive sampling. The research tool included the automatic night-illuminating shoes for older adults in the community, developed by the researchers. The data collection tools were as follows: 1) the automatic illuminating shoes, 2) a walking confidence assessment form for night-time activities for older adults, 3) an innovation usability assessment form, and 4) a satisfaction assessment form for older adults. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and a One Sample t-test.

The results revealed that after using the automatic night-illuminating shoe innovation, participants had a high mean walking confidence score during nighttime activities (Mean = 4.37, S.D. = 0.33), significantly higher than the standard criterion score (Mean = 3.50) (p-value < 0.001). The mean usability score for the automatic night-illuminating shoe innovation was also high (Mean = 4.34, S.D. = 0.40), significantly exceeding the standard criterion score (Mean = 3.50) (p-value < 0.001). Additionally, the mean satisfaction score of older adults regarding the use of the automatic night-illuminating shoes was high (Mean = 4.42, S.D. = 0.40), significantly above the high standard criterion score (Mean = 3.50) (p-value < 0.001). Therefore, the development of the prototype automatic night-illuminating shoes using a design thinking process successfully enhanced walking confidence among older adults in the community.