The Development of Care Model for Buddhist Monks with Diabetic Foot Ulcer

Abstract

Abstract

This research aimed to develop care model for Buddhist monks undergoing transurethral resection of the prostate and assess the outcomes. Subjects were forty-four monks with benign prostatic hyperplasia undergoing transurethral resection of the prostate. The research was divided into three phases; Phase 1) A study of situation and problem; Phase 2) A development of care model together with a multidisciplinary team and review literature; Phase 3) An evaluation of care model. The research instruments comprised: a personal information questionnaire, a post-operative recovery questionnaire and satisfaction assessment form. Descriptive statistics and independent t-test were used for data analysis.

Result: Phase 1 situation analysis found that, there was no surgery due to lack of readiness. Phase 2 develop a care model by using perceive self-efficacy concept, the content of care model includes a physical examination by a multidisciplinary team; evaluation of surgical readiness; providing surgical information; anxiety management before surgery; pre-operative preparation for the COVID-19 infection prevention guidelines and follow discharge., Phase 3 an evaluated show that; 1) The experimental group had better post-operative recovery than the control group. 2) Monks were satisfied with the care model for Buddhist monks undergoing transurethral resection of the prostate at a very satisfactory level. 3) Medical expenses were decreased after used care model for Buddhist monks undergoing transurethral resection of the prostate.