ตามรอยการก่อรูปแนวคิดของรูปแบบการพยาบาลสุขภาพครอบครัวมหาวิทยาลัยขอนแก่น ผ่านสุนทรียสนทนา

Darunee Jongudomkarn

Authors

Darunee Jongudomkarn Faculty of Nursing Khon Kaen University

Keywords:

family health nursing, family-centered care, primary health care, KKU-FHN Model, community health, family well-being, appreciative dialogue

Abstract

The KKU Family Health Nursing (KKU-FHN) Model was developed through a long-term process of integrating family health nursing experiences, primary healthcare practices, and community-based health development within the Thai context. This invited article aimed to trace and document the developmental trajectory of the KKU-FHN Model through appreciative dialogue, with the purpose of disseminating the underlying concepts, developmental milestones, and practical applications of the model. The model possesses distinctive characteristics that support family and community health development and can be applied across multidisciplinary settings to enhance family well-being.
The content of this article presents the conceptual foundations that guided the development of the model, including its holistic perspective on families, family strengths, and collaborative partnerships among families, communities, and health services. Emphasis is placed on the seamless linkage among homes, communities, and healthcare systems, facilitating continuity of care across different levels of service.
In addition, the article summarizes the key components of the KKU-FHN Model, including family assessment tools, family-centered interventions, and expected outcomes. The assessment framework enables comprehensive understanding of family structures, functions, strengths, challenges, and health needs. The intervention processes support collaborative engagement among families, healthcare providers, and community stakeholders to promote sustainable health and well-being.
The KKU-FHN Model contributes to advancing family health nursing practice and interdisciplinary primary healthcare services. Its application aligns with the policies of the Ministry of Public Health and the Praboromarajchanok Institute, which aim to strengthen excellence in Thailand’s primary healthcare system. The model offers a practical framework for promoting healthy, resilient, and thriving families and communities in contemporary Thai society.

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