Journal of Vongchavalitkul university

Instructional Model for Nursing Students in “New Normal”

Ronnachai khonboon; Warissara Panthonglang; Saowanee Choojan — Fri, 10 Jun 2022 00:00:00 +0700

Abstract

The Coronavirus 2019 has spread around the world. It has affected health care systems, Societies, Economies and education. People have adapted and created measures for living in a new normal. After the epidemic of the Coronavirus 2019, Nursing education has been changing its teaching style. Causing problems such as a lack of resources to support learning, internet problems, postponement of nursing practice in training sites, And late graduation. This article therefore presents a new instructional model for nursing students in “New Normal” and important principles in an instructional model according to the concept of Martinez (2014). This instructional model can help teachers to design instructional management in nursing courses effectively. That consists of motivating students to be leaders in their own learning, learning and connecting knowledge with real experience, learning in addition to studying in academia, inspiring learners, and using technology as a tool.

Factors related to hearing loss protection behavior in gong Production workers in Ubon Ratchathani Province

Fri, 10 Jun 2022 00:00:00 +0700

Abstract

Objective: The objective of this cross-sectional analytical research was to study the Factors related to hearing loss protection behavior in gong Production workers in Ubon Ratchathani Province.

Methodology: The samples were selected from 30 households of gong production group, consisting of 100 gong production workers in Sai Mun Sub-district, Phi bun Mangsahan District, Ubon Ratchathani Province. The samples were calculated from the proportional estimation at the 95% confidence level. Random Sample Finally, 65 samples who voluntarily participated in the research project were obtained. Data were collected by a questionnaire developed by the researcher and analyzed by frequency, percentage, mean, standard deviation and range. The relationships among the variables were analyzed by Pearson Chi Square and Pearson Product Moment Correlation Coefficient.

Results: The perceived prevention, motivation, social support and hearing loss prevention behaviors of most of the samples were at a moderate level (=2.26 S.D.±0.68, =2.17 S.D.±0.61, =2.15 S.D. 0.67, respectively). The analysis results of the relationships among the variables revealed that personal factor, perceived protection, motivation and social support for hearing loss prevention were statistically significantly related to hearing loss prevention behaviors (p<0.05). In addition, perceived protection and motivation were statistically significantly related to social support for hearing loss prevention (p<0.05) (r= 0.216, r= 0.066 and r=0.344, respectively).

The Factors Correlated with High Blood Pressure of the Female

Fri, 10 Jun 2022 00:00:00 +0700

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Objective: Hypertension is a major health problem among people around the world. It is also a major cause of premature death. However, previous studies inconclusively found that several factors were still unrelated particularly among female individuals. The objective of this unmatched case-control study was to investigate the factors that are correlated with high blood pressure of the female students in Sirindhorn College of Public Health, Khon Kaen.

Method: The samples of 102 female students were selected using a stratified randomization and divided into 2 groups. The ratio of cases to controls was 1:2 as follows. The case group and control group were 34 enrolled individuals with blood pressure ≥ 130/85 mmHg and 68 enrolled individuals with blood pressure < 130/85 mmHg, respectively. Data were collected by a questionnaire (Cronbach’s alpha coefficient = 0.94), and the record of annual health checkup. Descriptive statistics and inferential statistics (multiple logistic regression analysis) were used to describe results of this study.

Results: After adjusted for the covariate, the results revealed that factors correlated with high blood pressure of the female students were monthly expenses ≥5,000 baht (OR_adj = 3.19, 95% CI: 1.20 to 8.50 ; p-value = 0.020), high body mass index (OR_adj = 6.20, 95% CI : 2.02 to 19.00 ; p-value = 0.001), and low level of exercise behavior (OR_adj = 2.66, 95% CI : 1.01 to 7.06 ; p-value = 0.049).

Therefore, there should be health promotion activities for female students by promoting physical exercise to prevent future occurrence of high blood pressure.

Immediate Effect of Facial Massage and Lymphatic Drainage Massage on Intraocular Pressure

Pattrawan Pattaranit, asst.prof.,MD, Jirawat Limphatcharaporn , Dr. — Fri, 10 Jun 2022 00:00:00 +0700

Abstract

Objective: High intraocular pressure is one of the major causes leading to glaucoma and visual loss. Thus, maintaining normal intraocular pressure is very important to delay visual loss, so lowering the intraocular pressure is the main treatment. Relaxed muscles help increase lymph outflow around the face and head. It is possible to increase the aqueous humor outflow and reduce the congestion from facial muscles spasm, increase outflow of aqueous humor to vascular and lymphatic systems which result in a reduction of intraocular pressure. The objective of this study was to investigate the effect of muscle relaxing massage and facial lymphatic drainage on intraocular pressure.

Methods: Twenty two healthy volunteers aged 37.18+11.58 years who regularly work with computer display more than 4 hours per day were recruited. Each of them received the muscle relaxing massage and facial lymphatic drainage for 15 minute.

Results: The study results showed a significantly decrease in the mean difference of intraocular. In addition, the mean average of the reduction of intraocular pressure was significantly decreased 0.87+1.43 mmHg (p=0.01) for the right eyes. Nevertheless, no significant difference in the left eyes after receiving the intervention with mean 0.63+1.74 mmHg (p=0.105). These findings may conclude that the effect of massage to relax muscles and lymphatic drainage of muscle around the head and face might reduce intraocular pressure.

Surveying and Analyzing Green Environmental Context in Nakhon Ratchasima City via Urban Forestry Approach

Siriwat Sarakhet, Nithi Lisnund, Nithi Lisnund — Fri, 10 Jun 2022 00:00:00 +0700

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Objective: This study purpose was to develop mechanisms for storing perennial data and green spaces. The study area is Nakhon Ratchasima Old Town, which spans 1,167 Rai, 1 Ngan, and 32 square wah.

Methods: The researchers created 4Rester, a mobile phone application that can used to collect data, perennial coordinates, species, size, quality, leaf photos, stems, blossoms, and fruits in order to establish an open data database. Data can be stored and accessed by all users via mobile phones.

Findings: The study region has 2,166 perennials, 29 types of 1.85 trees per acre, and 9.54 square meters of green space per person. Each species represents less than 12% of the total number of species. The carbon dioxide gazelle can reduce CO2 emissions by 0.34 tons per acre each year, which equates to one perennial for every 11.38 people.

According to the Office of Natural Resources and Environmental Policy and Planning's recommendations, carbon dioxide gazelles should be reduced. The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment estimates that service green spaces and urban environmental green spaces in Nakhon Ratchasima Old Town should reduce carbon dioxide emissions by at least 1.2 tons per acre, implying that more perennial plants are required. Plants number 3,169.

Reduction of Water Hammer Impact with Surge Tank

Fri, 10 Jun 2022 00:00:00 +0700

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Objective: To evaluate the difference in reducing the impact of water hammer with the surge tank application with and without a flexible diaphragm.

Methods: The water hammer were simulated from 0.5 HP water pump, head maximum to 20 meters and control valve to adjust the flow rate. The water flowed through the PVC main pipes with ½ inch, ¾ inch, and 1 inch pipe sizes. The length of the PVC main pipe was 4 meters each. The study results were collected from pressure values at the surge tanks. The surge tanks were made out of PVC pipes. The pressure reduction values were compared in with and without the flexible diaphragm. The surge tanks studied were available in ½-inch, ¾-inch, 1-inch, 1.5-inch, and 2-inch sizes. The lengths of the surge tanks were 50, 75, 100 centimeters and were tested at each size of the surge tanks.

Results: The water hammer pressure reduction efficiencies were 2%-5%, 7%-15%, and 20%-40% for ½ inch, ¾ inch, and 1 inch pipe sizes, respectively. These efficiencies were directly proportional to the diameters and lengths of the surge tanks, both without and with flexible diaphragm. The flexible diaphragm could reduce the pressure with the higher efficiency of 2%-7% than the without flexible diaphragm. Because of the water supply pipe sizes were inversely proportional to the pressure generated in the pipe system. Therefore, the sizes of the main water supply pipes affect the efficiency of reducing pressure. The water pressure reduction efficiencies were 20%-55%, 7%-29%, and 2%-10% for 1 inch, ¾ inch, and ½ inch of the main water supply pipe sizes, respectively. In addition, the design of the surge tanks length that took into account the energy loss due to friction in the pipelines could achieves the less maximum length of the surge tank than to ignore the loss of energy due to friction in the pipe.

Automatic Fuel Dispenser Machine

Fri, 10 Jun 2022 00:00:00 +0700

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Objective: To develop an automatic fuel dispenser machine using a microcontroller and display the payment system through the LCD screen for fuel demand in rural areas.

Methods: Designed and constructed the automatic fuel dispenser machine using a microcontroller for the fuel distribution system and the payment system are displayed through the LCD screen. The fuel distribution system was classified into gasoline A and gasoline B, that the fuel prices are 20 and 40 Baht per liter respectively. The experiment of payment system was done 10 times with 20, 50 and 100-baht banknotes each. Then, the distribution amount of gasoline in the tests were measured to compare with the correct amount.

Results: The average distribution of gasoline A was 1019.5, 2511.5 and 5040.8 ml, and the average error value was 1.95, 0.53 and 0.82% respectively. The average distribution of gasoline B was 509.3, 1259.3 and 2564 ml, with the average error value was 1.86, 0.74 and 2.56% respectively. The values obtained from the experiment are in accordance with the scope of research that can be developed with practical application.

Automatic Vending Machine Using Microcontroller

Chompoo Suppatoomsin, Ekkarat Takkratok, Krisada Vilailak, Sureeporn Meehom — Fri, 10 Jun 2022 00:00:00 +0700

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Objective: This research presents the design and construction of an automatic vending machine using microcontroller to use with all Thai coins and banknotes, receive and get correct change money, also sending the messages of the selling goods.

Methods: Designed and constructed the automatic vending machine using microcontroller types Arduino Mega 2560. This machine can use all Thai coins and banknotes to buy products, get correct change money and displays the result through the line application. The machine was tested with 3 kinds of goods and 3 costs for sell as follows 143 Baht, 400 Baht, and 640 Baht.

Results: The test results found that the machine could work properly and almost all the errors of the machine were 0%. This machine could be developed for use in real life with more types of goods and varying cost. The automatic vending machine should develop a banknote detection part to be more accurate, preventing the external light, and using QR code for payments.