Development Of A Resource Management Curriculum For Intermediate Care In A Community In Health Region 1 (Thailand)

• Published in: Asia Pacific journal of health management Vol. 19; no. 2
• Main Authors: Chollada Sorasak, Worayuth Nak-Ai
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: ACHSM 01.10.2024
• Subjects: Curriculum; intermediate care; intermediate care in community; Management
• ISSN: 1833-3818; 2204-3136
• DOI: 10.24083/apjhm.v19i2.3295

Objective: This action research aimed to develop a resource management curriculum for intermediate care in a community in Health Region 1. Material and Methods Research: The study involved 80 IMC administrators, 13 experts, 260 IMC nurses, and 155 individuals who completed the training. Data were collected using various methods, including surveys, interviews, and questionnaires. Quantitative data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, while qualitative data were analyzed using content analysis. Results: The findings revealed several key points. First, the IMC management model was primarily based on local administrative organization guidelines, with issues identified in personnel knowledge, human resources, budget, and equipment. Second, the curriculum, consisting of 27 lessons and 35 hours, was developed and validated by experts and the Thailand Nursing and Midwifery Council. Third, participants showed a significant improvement in test scores after training, with a mean score increase from 23.12% to 40.75%, and expressed high satisfaction with the training (x̄ = 4.42, SD = .447). Finally, clinical data from the National Health Security Office indicated that 50.24% of IMC patients experienced improved ADL after the training, reflecting the curriculum's effectiveness. Conclusion: The study suggests that policies should be formulated to make the curriculum a key task for local administrative organizations. The curriculum should be used as an indicator for personnel management at all levels, with continuous monitoring and evaluation to ensure its effectiveness. The findings underscore the importance of comprehensive training that covers all areas and personnel levels, with regular reviews and updates to maintain high standards of care.