Implementing a Care Model for Bedridden Stroke Survivors: A Qualitative Study in Northeastern Thailand

Ladawan Panpanit,1 Darunee Jongudomkarn,2 Aurawan Doungmungkorn,3 Kwansuda Boontoch,4 Somsakhool Neelasmith,5 Monrudee Manorat,5 Thirakorn Maneerat6 1Gerontological Nursing Department, Faculty of Nursing, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, Thailand; 2Family and Community Nursing Department, Faculty of...

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Main Authors: Panpanit L, Jongudomkarn D, Doungmungkorn A, Boontoch K, Neelasmith S, Manorat M, Maneerat T
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description Ladawan Panpanit,1 Darunee Jongudomkarn,2 Aurawan Doungmungkorn,3 Kwansuda Boontoch,4 Somsakhool Neelasmith,5 Monrudee Manorat,5 Thirakorn Maneerat6 1Gerontological Nursing Department, Faculty of Nursing, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, Thailand; 2Family and Community Nursing Department, Faculty of Nursing, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, Thailand; 3Research and Development Nursing Department, Khon Kaen Hospital, Khon Kaen, Thailand; 4Mental Health Nursing Department, Faculty of Nursing, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, Thailand; 5Midwifery Department, Faculty of Nursing, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, Thailand; 6Continuity of Care Nursing Department, Khon Kaen Hospital, Khon Kaen, ThailandCorrespondence: Somsakhool Neelasmith, Midwifery Department, Faculty of Nursing, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, Thailand, Email somsne@kku.ac.thBackground: Stroke remains a significant global health concern, including in Thailand, with high mortality rates. Despite investments in stroke prevention, inadequate support exists for severely disabled stroke survivors (SSs) and their caregivers, particularly in enhancing their quality of life.Purpose: This research aimed to explore the experiences of SSs receiving home care, develop and implement a care model to enhance community volunteer caregivers’ (CVCGs) capabilities, and evaluate the outcomes of this model for bedridden stroke survivors in Northeastern Thailand.Methods: A research and development study was conducted in low-income, semi-urban communities in Northeastern Thailand, comprising three phases: 1) situation analysis, 2) development of a community care model, and 3) implementation and evaluation. Forty participants were purposively selected, including SSs, family caregivers (FCGs), CVCGs, and relevant community leaders (RCLs). Data collection involved focus group discussions, in-depth interviews, and participant observations, with content analysis used for data interpretation.Results: Key themes emerged: SSs experienced “Feeling Isolation & Powerlessness” and “Hopelessness & Being Burden to Family”, FCGs expressed “Sorrow & Gratitude”, and CVCGs identified “Inadequate Capacity & Need for Training”. These findings underscored the lack of sufficient support for all groups. The study proposed the KKU Bedridden Care Model, derived from the KKU Family Health Nursing Model, to strengthen families’ and communities’ caregiving capacities. After five months, the themes “Heartwarming” (SSs, FCGs) and “Being Proud of Capability” (CVCGs) highlighted improved outcomes.Conclusion: The KKU Bedridden Care Model shows promise for long-term care in resource-limited settings. Its adoption by local administrative organizations could provide ongoing support, offering a scalable solution for improving the care of bedridden individuals both in Thailand and globally.Keywords: the KKU Bedridden Care Model, community caregivers, family caregivers, stroke survivors, long-term care, Northeastern Thailand
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Implementing a Care Model for Bedridden Stroke Survivors: A Qualitative Study in Northeastern Thailand
Patient Preference and Adherence
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community caregivers
family caregivers
stroke survivors
long-term care
northeastern thailand
title Implementing a Care Model for Bedridden Stroke Survivors: A Qualitative Study in Northeastern Thailand
title_full Implementing a Care Model for Bedridden Stroke Survivors: A Qualitative Study in Northeastern Thailand
title_fullStr Implementing a Care Model for Bedridden Stroke Survivors: A Qualitative Study in Northeastern Thailand
title_full_unstemmed Implementing a Care Model for Bedridden Stroke Survivors: A Qualitative Study in Northeastern Thailand
title_short Implementing a Care Model for Bedridden Stroke Survivors: A Qualitative Study in Northeastern Thailand
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topic the kku bedridden care model
community caregivers
family caregivers
stroke survivors
long-term care
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