Browsing by Author "Doungnetre Thummakul"

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    Health Promotion Throughout the Life Span
    (Graphicsite, 2023-09-26) Doungnetre Thummakul
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    Promoting Physical Activity among Buddhist Monks: The Role of Nurse
    (Research and Development Institute Suan Dusit University, 2020) Wiwat Laochai; Doungnetre Thummakul; Nongluck Jiraprapapong; D. Thummakul; Faculty of Nursing, Suan Dusit University, Bangkok, 10300, Thailand; email: doungnetre_thu@dusit.ac.th
    Buddhist monks suffer from chronic illnesses that could be prevented or delayed if they engaged in proper physical activity. Because a monkÕs lifestyle differs from a normal Buddhist, physical activity maybe neglected. Physical activity is usage of energy by using muscles in various parts of the body. If the body does not completely metabolize excess fat, it will result in accumulation of fat. Nurses have an important role in promoting physical activity among Buddhist monks, which will result in better health for monks, prevention of complications of diseases and reduce risk of noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) such as diabetes, hypertension, chronic kidney disease, hyperlipidemia, obesity, heart disease, cancer and osteoporosis, which is usually caused by monksÕ lack of physical activity. Buddhist monks have religious disciplines and duties that make their life style differ from normal citizens. This article shows the role of nurses in promoting physical activity among Buddhist monks that doesnÕt go against monksÕ discipline; consisting of evaluation of physical activity using Global physical activity questionnaire, International physical activity questionnaire, calculation of energy usage (Metabolic Equivalent: MET), different ways for monks to exercise such as fast walking, Taichi-Qigong, Yoga and concentration activity, including the spread of awareness to monks and nurses to support and design physical activity program that is adequate and suitable for monks. If nurses become more active and emphasize this topic more, there will be more projects and programs that promotes physical activities among monks to improve monksÕ physical well-being. © 2020, Research and Development Institute Suan Dusit University. All rights reserved.
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    Promoting Physical Activity among Buddhist Monks: The Role of Nurse
    (Graphicsite, 2023-09-26) Wiwat Laochai; Doungnetre Thummakul; Nongluck Jiraprapapong
    Buddhist monks suffer from chronic illnesses that could be prevented or delayed if they engaged in proper physical activity. Because a monk’s lifestyle differs from a normal Buddhist, physical activity maybe neglected. Physical activity is usage of energy by using muscles in various parts of the body. If the body does not completely metabolize excess fat, it will result in accumulation of fat. Nurses have an important role in promoting physical activity among Buddhist monks, which will result in better health for monks, prevention of complications of diseases and reduce risk of noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) such as diabetes, hypertension, chronic kidney disease, hyperlipidemia, obesity, heart disease, cancer and osteoporosis, which is usually caused by monks’ lack of physical activity. Buddhist monks have religious disciplines and duties that make their life style differ from normal citizens. This article shows the role of nurses in promoting physical activity among Buddhist monks that doesn’t go against monks’ discipline; consisting of evaluation of physical activity using Global physical activity questionnaire, International physical activity questionnaire, calculation of energy usage (Metabolic Equivalent: MET), different ways for monks to exercise such as fast walking, Taichi-Qigong, Yoga and concentration activity, including the spread of awareness to monks and nurses to support and design physical activity program that is adequate and suitable for monks. If nurses become more active and emphasize this topic more, there will be more projects and programs that promotes physical activities among monks to improve monks’ physical well-being.
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    Usability and Feasibility of the Smart Aged-Care Helper Application for Caregivers of Dependent Elderly Individuals in Suphan Buri, Thailand
    (Asia Pacific Higher Learning Sdn Bhd., Lincoln University College, 2024) Orranuch Chusri; Renu Kwanyuen; Doungnetre Thummakul; Sresuda Wongwiseskul; Natrapee Jaingam; Peerayut Rattanaselanon; R. Kwanyuen; Faculty of Nursing, Suan Dusit University, Bangkok, Bang Phlat, 10700, Thailand; email: renu_kwa@dusit.ac.th
    Background: It is widely acknowledged that the engagement of family caregivers and older adults with dependence is important for primary health care centres. Objective: This study will examine the feasibility and usability of the "Ageing Screening Health" application for caregivers of dependent older adults. Methods: The "Aging Screening Health" application was evaluated in two dimensions. Seven experts evaluated the technical quality in the first dimension, while 25 end users evaluated the level of satisfaction in the second dimension. The sample was selected by purposive sampling and consisted of caregivers of older adults in Song Phi Nong District, Suphan Buri Province, Thailand. The research instruments were the "Screening Ageing Health" application, the Applications Capabilities Questionnaire, and the questionnaire on satisfaction of end users. Data analysis was conducted using means and standard deviations. Results: The quality of the "Screening Ageing Health" application for caregivers of older adults with dependence was very good, with a mean score of 96.57 (SD= 3.31), and the users' satisfaction levels were also good, with a mean score of 90.24 (SD= 4.73). Conclusion: The ASH application demonstrated good overall usability and satisfaction, effectively managing health promotion plans to meet the health needs of the elderly in the community. However, village health volunteers with limited health literacy due to cognitive impairment require active planning for future brain training and stimulation. © 2024 Asia Pacific Higher Learning Sdn Bhd., Lincoln University College. All rights reserved.