POTENTIAL DEVELOPMENT OF CAREGIVERS FOR BEDSIDE PATIENTS ATYAICHA COMMUNITY SAMPHRAN DISTRICT NAKHON PATHOM PROVINCE

Abstract

The objectives of this research are 1. To study the role of bed-seated caregivers This research was a Participatory Action Research-PAR, by collecting data from in-depth interviews and individual group discussions from 15 key informants and using the triangulation.

            The research found that;

1. The study of the role of caregiver of bed-bound patients most bed-bound caregivers are relatives who may not have knowledge and understanding. Guidelines for solving problems should provide basic knowledge for them who look after for bed-bound patients. Thus, caregivers have the correct and appropriate knowledge of substances to take care of the addicted patient in bed. These bed-bound patients need supervision all times and in all respects, physical, nutrition or mental.
2. Potential development of caregivers of bed-bound patients according to Buddhist principles, the caregiver is closely caring for bed-bound patients, requiring professional knowledge. Moreover, develop oneself and be trained are the qualities that caregivers must have. In addition, it must be trained, trained by a standardized agency that supports the work and they are regularly trained for update knowledge whether it be in the field of Physical care Rehabilitation therapy for bed-bound patients, wound dressing, nutritional hygiene, proper dietary care for bed-bound patients and encouraging the bed-bound patient.
3. Building a network to promote nursing care workers there must be a government or private organization to participate in educating. To develop abilities, including ensuring the work of caregivers for patients to the same standard. Moreover, it can be used in this profession with quality. Caregivers should receive knowledge or training from an institution with a standard that is acceptable to public and an accredited training unit. There will be a job or the place to accommodate the caregiver work after graduation from training institution.