Nonthaburi Province Research Articles

The Study on Verbal Fluency in Older Adults in Nonthaburi Province

The Study on Verbal Fluency in Older Adults in Nonthaburi Province

Guidelines for Promoting Household Financial Wellbeing in Bang Kruai District, Nonthaburi Province

This article uses quantitative methods to achieve two objectives: assessing the needs of and creating suitable and appropriate guidelines for promoting financial wellbeing of households in Bang Kruai district, Nonthaburi province, Thailand. The sample group provided with questionnaires consisted of 400 representatives of households, obtained by multi-stage sampling. The statistics used for data analysis were descriptive statistics such as frequency, percentage, Mean, standard deviation and the priority need index (PNI modified). We found that households have needs for financial decision-making, including spending and buying items as needed, earning extra income, increasing investment financial capacity, planning spending, and earning income and expense control. Regarding financial sense, confidence that there is money available in case of an emergency is important, as well as an absence of concern over income and expenses, and satisfaction with household savings. Our guidelines for promoting household financial wellbeing included financial planning for reserves, fund management and investments to generate returns, spending according to the philosophy of sufficiency economy, and organizing activities and saving projects.

Development Guidelines for Executive Function (EF) Skills in Early Childhood: Needs Assessment in Nonthaburi Kindergartens

Executive function skills are crucial for children in the 21st century, serving as indicators of their readiness for learning. Children with well-developed executive function skills can effectively accomplish various tasks, solve problems using diverse strategies, and collaborate with others happily. This research aims to: 1. Identify the necessity for fostering executive function skills among early childhood students in Nonthaburi Province. 2. Analyze the causes underlying the necessity to promote executive function skills in early childhood students. 3. Propose strategies to enhance executive function skills in early childhood students. The research consists of two phases. Phase 1 involves identifying the necessity for developing executive function skills among early childhood students, with a sample group comprising 12 volunteer kindergarten teachers randomly selected from 12 classrooms and 328 early childhood students aged 5 to 5 years 11 months (162 boys and 166 girls). The research instrument used is the MU.EF-101 assessment. Data analysis involves calculating the mean and standard deviation of T-scores for working memory, inhibitory control, and shift/cognitive flexibility. Phase 2 analyzes the causes of necessity and proposes strategies to promote executive function skills in early childhood students. The data sources for this phase are 12 teachers, and the research instruments include fishbone diagram recording forms and group discussion recording forms. Findings suggest that parental involvement is crucial in training children to perform tasks independently and in teaching children patience. Additionally, teachers should analyze children's behaviors to plan appropriate learning activities based on their context. Teachers must encourage children to think and make decisions independently, encourage when mistakes occur, and ensure the availability of suitable tools and toys that promote the development of executive function skills in early childhood students, which teachers or parents can conveniently utilize.

An Investigation of the First Non-sexual Household-transmitted Mpox Cluster with Rapid Situation Analysis of Mpox Epidemic in Thailand

On 22 May 2023, the mpox cluster was reported in a household in Nonthaburi Province, Thailand. We investigated to confirm the outbreak and diagnoses, describe its possible linkage and source, and identify potential fomite transmission. We interviewed all cases, traced their contacts, and swabbed household surfaces for mpox. We conducted a rapid situation analysis of mpox cases in Thailand until July 2023. Three cases were confirmed within the same household involving five individuals. The first case was a sexually active male and the second case was his intimate partner. The third case was the mother of the second case. The first two cases reported no sexual activity after symptoms appeared. They both attended a shaving ceremony and engaged in activities without wearing face masks. The third case had direct contact with her son's droplets and rash and then developed symptoms, without rash and fever. No additional case was detected among participants of the ceremony. One of two other household members tested negative after developing symptom while the other was asymptomatic. Despite house cleaning with 70%-ethanol, before investigation, 18 of 27 environmental swabs tested positive, with cycle threshold values ≥30. Since situation analysis revealed no previously reported non-sexual household mpox transmission, this investigation confirmed its existence. Risk communication should address the plausibility of non-sexual transmission. Mpox symptom may occur without rash and fever, emphasizing the importance of testing suspected individuals and revising mpox investigation guidelines accordingly. Surface cleaning with 70%-ethanol may reduce fomite transmissibility.

Factors Influencing Depression in Older Adults with Non-Communicable Diseases in Nonthaburi, Thailand

Background: Depression is a widespread problem among older adults with non-communicable diseases (NCDs) who lack strength, independence, and self-esteem. It makes them hesitant to take part in social activities. The result is loneliness, unhappiness, and depression. If untreated, depression could lead to suicide. Therefore, depression risk factors should be used to identify at-risk groups. Objective: To examine the factors influencing depression in older adults with NCDs. Materials and Methods: The entire sample consisted of older adults aged 60 years with NCDs. A cluster sampling method was used to collect data in Nonthaburi Province, Thailand. Data were collected between January and March 2023, using an interview form with a Cronbach’s alpha coefficient of 0.708 to 0.903. The data obtained were analyzed by using descriptive statistics and binary logistic regression. Results: Of the 608 participants enrolled, 23.8% were found the risk of depression. The factors influencing depression were alcohol use (AOR 23.14, 95% CI 1.43 to 37.59, p=0.027), no education (AOR 11.14, 95% CI 1.38 to 90.06, p=0.024), insufficient sleep (AOR 7.61, 95% CI 2.16 to 26.82, p=0.002), activities of daily living (ADL) (AOR 4.10, 95% CI 1.23 to 13.70, p=0.022), inadequate diet (AOR 2.59, 95% CI 1.14 to 5.91, p=0.024), loneliness (AOR 2.36, 95% CI 1.26 to 4.42, p=0.007), diabetes mellitus (AOR 2.02, 95% CI 1.11 to 3.67, p=0.022), widowhood (AOR 1.87, 95% CI 1.04 to 3.34, p=0.036), hobbies (AOR 0.17, 95% CI 0.05 to 0.57, p=0.004), and psychological well-being (AOR 0.15, 95% CI 0.07 to 0.31, p<0.001). Conclusion: The results of the present study could be used to develop activity programs or guidelines to monitor and prevent depression among older adults with NCDs by public health personnel, village health volunteers, community leaders, neighbors, family members, or elder-care providers. Keywords: Depression; Older adults; Non-communicable diseases; Nonthaburi; Thailand

The Analysis of Transit Oriented Development (TOD) of Electric Train Stations in Bangkok and Metropolitan Region: The Case Study of Chaleom Ratchamongkon Line and Chalong Ratchadham Line

This research studies transit oriented development (TOD) of two Metropolitan Rapid Transit (MRT) lines, Chaloem Ratchamongkon Line (Blue line) and Chalong Ratchatham line (Purple line), total 53 stations in total, in Bangkok and Nonthaburi Province. The researcher analyze four factors of built environment around mass transit station, 1) Density 2) Diversity 3) Design and Distance 4) Destination and Connectivity. For the density factors, including population density, number of points of interest (POI) and total building area to land area ratio (FAR). For the diversity factors, including the diversity of land use and number of shops around the station. For design and distance factors, including road density, number of parking spaces, Open Space Ratio (OSR). As for the factors related to destinations and connectivity, including the number of bus lines, number of entrances and exits of the train station, number of schools, Number of condominiums and number of villages. The researchers have considered the weight of each variable by using the Information entropy weight method (IEW) and calculated the transit oriented development score (TOD SCORE). From the TOD SCORE calculations of all 53 stations, the researchers find the strengths and weaknesses of each station. The average TOD score of the Purple Line stations is higher than that of the Blue Line stations. The station with the highest total TOD SCORE on the Blue Line is Tha Phra Station and the station with the highest total TOD SCORE on the Purple Line is Sai Ma Station. The station with the lowest total TOD SCORE on the Blue Line is Bang Sue Station and the station with the lowest total TOD SCORE on the Purple Line is Bang Rak Noi Tha It Station. In addition, the researchers analyzed the maximum and minimum values of TOD SCORE for each factor. and described in this research. The results of TOD SCORE analysis can analyze the strengths and weaknesses of each station and determine the development guidelines of mass transit stations in the future using a station with a high TOD SCORE as a model for development of the mass transit system in the future.

Solid waste management by RDF production from landfilled waste to renewable fuel of Nonthaburi

A worldwide increase in waste production and energy demand as the world's population grows and consumes more resources: therefore, sustainable waste management strategies are important. The goal of this work is to research the guidelines for the appropriate RDF production and landfill waste management of the Nonthaburi province, Thailand. Refuse Derived Fuel (RDF) produced from landfilled Waste (LW) in Nonthaburi was investigated the physicochemical. The following procedure has implemented for the production of LW to RDF of 25 tons/hr of LW; (i) the LW was placed in a pre-shredder, which was followed by a primary crusher; (ii) metals were removed from the waste stream using a magnetic separator; (iii) the LW was transferred using a conveyor belt to a dynamic disc screen, where recyclable waste was separated into smaller sizes less than 80 mm.; (iv) the waste passed through an air separator to reject high-density materials (soil and glass); (v) the undesired material were separated manually, and (vi) the desired material were baled. RDF composition consisted of 78.16-67.93% plastics, 2.29 -4.34% rubber, 1.27% wood, 1.53-2.19 % textile, and other (soil-like material) 12.19-26.72%. The proximate and elemental analysis of RDF was determined according to the ASTM method. The moisture content was reduced, and the heating value increased to 18.08-29.41 MJ/kg. The results suggested high carbon and low nitrogen content suitable for energy conversion. The separation can effectively convert LW to RDF, which can be applied as an alternative fuel. Therefore, RDF can contribute to a more sustainable and circular economy.

The economy of Nonthaburi Province in 2020 and the trend

The economy of Nonthaburi Province in 2020 and the trend

Outcome-based Supervision Model for Improving Teaching Process in Private Bilingual Kindergarten Schools

Objectives of this study were to 1) develop an outcome-based supervision model for private bilingual kindergarten schools 2) evaluate the implementation of outcome-based supervision model for private bilingual kindergarten schools. Qualitative study was divided by 3 steps 1) Synthesis the supervision model from literature review using content analysis 2) Appropriateness of the model by experts using focus group method and 3) Implementation and evaluation the developed model using supervision form and implementation form. We performed trial of the supervision model in selective sampling of private bilingual school, Palina Tiwanon Kindergarten in Nonthaburi Province. The results of this study were as follows: 1. Outcome-based supervision model which had 7 steps 1) Create mutual understanding between supervisors and teachers 2) Defining expected output 3) Planning supervision 4) Performing supervision 5) Activity assessment 6) Sharing results 7) Outcome. Expected output defined as teachers are capable of using suitable teaching materials and instructional methods to young children. 2. Teachers rated that the model could be appropriately used.

Market Focus Factors Influencing on the Competitiveness of Small and Medium Enterprises (SME) in the Case of the Covid-19 Crisis in Nonthaburi Province

This research aimed to study market focus factors influencing on the competitiveness of small and medium enterprises (SME) in the case of the Covid-19 crisis in Nonthaburi Province. The research instrument was a questionnaire. The population in the research was a group of small and medium-sized business (SME) entrepreneurs in Nonthaburi Province. There were 400 samples. For a test of research instrument, the IOC value was 0.88 and the confidence value was 0.989. The data were analyzed by using statistical techniques to analyze the structural equation model, percentage, mean, standard deviation.The results were found as follows:The relationship path model of factor causal structure based on the influential market focus factors was relatively consistent with the empirical data byconsidering the evidence as follows: (1) Chi-square Probability Level: CMIN-p is 16.829, (2) Relative Chi-square: CMIN/df is 1.683, Goodness of Fit Index: GFI is .930, and (4) Root Mean Square Error of Approximation: RMSEA is .079. Considering the sum of influences was found that the market focus factors of small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) consist of 3 areas. They are 1) customer focus factor 2) competitor focus factor, and 3) coordination factors within the organization influencing factors of competitiveness of small and medium-sized business operators (SME) in the case of the COVID-19 crisis in Nonthaburi Province with a sum of influence equal to 0.47

Prevalence of Medication-Related Osteonecrosis of the Jaw in Osteoporotic Patients Treated with Antiresorptive Drugs at Pranangklao Tertiary Care Hospital in Nonthaburi Province, Thailand

Background: Medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (MRONJ) could disturb the quality of life of the patients. In Thailand, published data reporting the prevalence of MRONJ is scarce. Objective: To analyze the current situation regarding the occurrence of osteonecrosis of the jaw in osteoporotic patients taking antiresorptive drugs at Pranangklao Hospital in Nonthaburi Province, Thailand. Materials and Methods: Data regarding osteoporotic patients received antiresorptive drugs were collected retrospectively from the electronic medical records between January 2014 and June 2020. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics. Results: The hospital database revealed that there were 1,188 patients that received antiresorptive drugs during the specified period. One thousand twenty-nine (86.62%) were prescribed with only one antiresorptive drug. Alendronate was the main drug among the four medications prescribed, which was used by 592 patients (49.83%). Mean antiresorptive drug exposure time was 1.52 years (SD 1.54) and median was 0.85 years. Among 49 patients who had tooth extraction after receiving oral bisphosphonate, two MRONJ cases were reported. Therefore, the prevalence of MRONJ among the 1,188 patients receiving antiresorptive drugs in the present study was 0.17%, and the prevalence of MRONJ among the 677 obtaining oral bisphosphonates was 0.295%. About 89% had comorbid diseases. The most common comorbid diseases were hypertension, followed by dyslipidemia, and diabetes mellitus. Furthermore, 17% had a history of corticosteroid drug administration. Conclusion: MRONJ cases were found in osteoporotic patients receiving oral bisphosphonates. The prevalence of MRONJ and contributing factors gave information essential for managing this unwanted condition. Keywords: Medication related osteonecrosis of the jaw; Prevalence; Osteoporosis; Comorbidity; Corticosteroid

The Relationship of Population Factors, Water Sources, and Agricultural Areas with the Pandemic of Dengue Hemorrhagic Fever in the COVID-19 Epidemic Situation, Nonthaburi Province, Thailand

The Relationship of Population Factors, Water Sources, and Agricultural Areas with the Pandemic of Dengue Hemorrhagic Fever in the COVID-19 Epidemic Situation, Nonthaburi Province, Thailand

Prevalence of Pesticide residues in Fresh Chili sold in Fresh Markets in Nonthaburi Province, Thailand

Prevalence of Pesticide residues in Fresh Chili sold in Fresh Markets in Nonthaburi Province, Thailand

Antecedents and level of success in the development of new products of the community enterprises in Nonthaburi Province

The development of local products to meet with the quality standards can respond to the needs of consumers. However, the new product development (NPD) is one of the major challenges. The rate of success in NPD is low which is a hurdle to promote local products. In this way, this study is an attempt to highlight various factors influencing NPD. For this purpose, the current study considered quantitative research method and qualitative research method. Thus, a mix method approach is used in which the data collection is made through questionnaire and interviews. For the quantitative research part, the research sample consisted of 740 members of community enterprise groups in Nonthaburi province, Thailand. For qualitative research, in-depth interviews were carried out. Results of the study highlighted that; co-creation, speed for entering the market, innovation, process, new product development teams, marketing strategies, technology, leadership and government support has positive role in NPD. Results of the study contributed significantly to the literature as well as practice.

Health care and rehabilitation services utilization, benefits and satisfaction: a community survey of individuals with spinal cord injury in Thailand.

Cross-sectional study. This study aimed to explore and report on health care and rehabilitation service utilization, rehabilitation service benefits, and levels of satisfaction of individuals with spinal cord injury (SCI) living in communities in Thailand. Four rehabilitation facilities in Thailand, two university hospitals (Maharaj Nakorn Chiang Mai Hospitalin Chiang Mai Provinceand Siriraj Hospital in Bangkok), one large provincial hospital (Ratchaburi Hospital in Ratchaburi Province), and one national rehabilitation institute (Sirindhorn National Medical Rehabilitation Institute in Nonthaburi Province). This study was part of the International Spinal Cord Injury Community Survey (InSCI). Individuals with SCI completed a set of questionnaires, then data related to their health care and rehabilitation services were extracted and analyzed. Of the 320 participants, most were male (71%), and the majority were living with paraplegia (73%). In cases of mild illnesses where hospitalization was not required, 46% went to anearby health service hospital. In cases of serious illnesses where hospitalization was required, 39% went to a higher-level hospital. The majority (80%) were satisfied with their experience with health care services. The three top preferred products and services in descending order were wheelchairs and cushions, increased disability pension, medication and medical equipment including bladder relaxants, urinary catheters and urine bags. Individuals with SCI living in communities in Thailand preferred treatment at a nearby district hospital for mild illnesses with one-third transferring to a higher-level hospital for serious illnesses. The majority were satisfied with the health care services and rehabilitation services.

Innovations to Sustain Non-Communicable Disease Services in the Context of COVID-19: Report from Pakkred District, Nonthaburi Province, Thailand.

During the COVI9-19 pandemic, Pakkred hospital in Thailand implemented innovative practices to ensure the continuation of essential medical services for non-communicable disease patients. These practices included decentralized care, telemedicine, home blood pressure monitoring, community delivery of medicines, and facility infrastructure changes. Despite the decrease in hospital visits by hypertension patients during the pandemic, our results suggest that this package of interventions may have contributed to sustained hypertension and diabetes control rates in Pakkred district.

Consequence of Seawater Intrusion on Soil Properties in Agricultural Areas of Nonthaburi Province, Thailand

Seawater intrusion associated with climate change and sea level rise (SLR) has been postulated for the last decade that causes negative impact on worldwide environmental resources. In Thailand, however; the pertaining information to its effect on soil properties in agricultural areas has not been clearly reported yet. Hence, this study aimed to investigate the seawater intrusion effect on soil properties in agricultural areas of Nonthaburi Province, Thailand. Five study locations, which anticipated to be affected by seawater intrusion, were selected based on the different distances from the Chao Phraya River. Soil morphological properties at depth of 0-15 and 15-30 cm were recorded, besides disturbed soil samples at depth of 0-15, 15-30, 30-60, 60-90 and 90-120 cm were collected to determine the soil physical and chemical properties. Additionally, the soil electrical conductivity (ECe) and sodium adsorption ratio (SAR) analyses demonstrating soil salinity and sodicity were monthly conducted from March 2018 to February 2019 and their annual average values were calculated. The results revealed that all soils were deep to very deep, consisted of silty clay, clay textures, and its field soil pH varied from 6.0-8.0. Soil saturated hydraulic conductivity rating exhibited that it was very slow to moderate. ECe and SAR values of these soils ranged from 0.21-4.38 dS m-1 and 8.29-41.89 consecutively, which trended to increase from its annual average during March and April 2019 as well as July and August 2019. These results suggested that seawater intrusion could be presumptively regarded as a co-factor affecting the variability of soil salinity and sodicity occurring at the interval of insufficient freshwater content for forcing seawater. The implementation strategies for freshwater management and planning are required to prevent future potential seawater intrusion.

Factors associated with HIV testing and intention to test for HIV among the general population of Nonthaburi Province, Thailand.

BackgroundResearch on HIV testing in Thailand has largely focused on at-risk population groups, with limited information about the prevalence of correlates of HIV testing among the Thai general population. This study addresses this gap in research by using a population-based probability sample to examine correlates of HIV testing experience and intention to test.MethodsWe conducted a cross-sectional survey in Nonthaburi, Thailand during October-December 2012 using tablet computers to collect self-administered questionnaires from 2138 men and women (aged 15–59 years) identified through three-stage stratified cluster sampling.FindingsAlmost half of the respondents, 962 (45%), reported having been tested for HIV while an almost equal proportion, 1032 (48.3%), indicated their intention to test for HIV. Being sexually experienced, having a history of sexually transmitted infection, personally knowing someone infected with HIV, and youth were associated with both history of HIV testing and intention to test for HIV. High perceived risk of HIV, knowledge of an HIV testing location, and having been married were associated with having been tested for HIV. Having been tested for HIV and HIV/AIDS education were associated with intention to test for HIV. The most common reasons for testing were routine medical checkup and antenatal care. The major reasons for not testing were perception of having no or low risk.ConclusionA substantially low proportion of the respondents reported a history of HIV testing and intention to test for HIV. Culturally appropriate programs that address HIV risk perception and provide accurate information related to HIV infection and HIV testing may be beneficial in increasing uptake of HIV testing among the general population in Thailand.

The First Report of Fusarium sacchari Causing Yellow Leaf Spot Disease on Rhynchostylis gigantea Orchids in Thailand

Yellow leaf spot disease was observed on Rhynchostylis gigantea orchids on an orchid farm in the Nonthaburi province of Thailand. Symptoms started with yellowish patches lacking definitive borders on the leaves of the orchids. The patches slowly expanded and merged, creating larger patches; a brown spot or black necrotic area then emerged at the center of some of the patches. R. gigantea leaves exhibiting these symptoms were used as the source for isolation studies. Based on the morphological characteristics of the fungal isolate (colony appearance, macroconidia, microconidia, conidiophore and chlamydospore structures), phylogenetic analysis of translation elongation factor-1α sequence and fulfillment of Koch’s postulates, the causative pathogen was identified as Fusarium sacchari. To our knowledge, this study is the first to report F. sacchari as a pathogen of R. gigantea.

Screening of antibiotic resistance genes in pathogenic bacteria isolated from tiny freshwater shrimp (Macrobrachium lanchesteri) and "Kung Ten", the uncooked Thai food.

Objective:This study aimed to isolate and identify of pathogenic bacteria in tiny freshwater shrimp (Macrobrachium lanchesteri) and in Kung Ten, which is an unusual Thai cuisine that eaten alive shrimp directly. Antimicrobial susceptibility test and identification of antibiotic resistance genes for isolated bacteria were conducted.Materials and Methods:Eighty of fresh shrimp samples and forty of Kung Ten salads were collected from four fresh markets, which were located in Bangkok and Nonthaburi province (N = 120). The isolation, identification, and antimicrobial susceptibility test of pathogenic bacteria were done following the Clinical and Laboratory Standards Institute guidelines. Antibiotic-resistant bacteria were screened for β-lactamase relating genes, such as AmpC (MOX and ACC genes), blaCTX-M, and Int1 genes.Results:The number of bacterial isolates in tiny freshwater shrimp and Kung Ten salad was 136 and 65, respectively. Aeromonas caviae, A. hydrophilla, Proteus penneri, Proteus vulgaris, and Klebsiella pneumoniae were commonly found. Ampicillin, amoxicillin/clavulanic, cefuroxime, tetracycline, and trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole resistance were observed, and common antibiotic-resistant bacteria were A. caviae, P. vulgaris, Enterobacter Aerogenes, and K. pneumoniae. A. caviae, P. penneri, K. Pneumoniae, and A. hydrophilla were positive for MOX gene; blaCTX-M, and Int1 genes; ACC and Int1 genes; and ACC gene, respectively.Conclusion:Raw or uncooked shrimps in Kung Ten salad may a risk in foodborne diseases due to positive for pathogenic bacterial isolates. However, hygienic control on food preparation is difficult to apply because of the difficulty of changing in local Thai food behavior.