Thumvichit Athip, Phanthaphoommee Narongdej
Research Institute for Languages and Cultures of Asia, Mahidol University, Thailand.
J Migr Health. 2024 Jul 22;10:100253. doi: 10.1016/j.jmh.2024.100253. eCollection 2024.
A shift toward the aging population worldwide brings about a growing demand of caregivers, who can communicate effectively with their care recipients. Using Q methodology, this study investigates the English communication needs among Thai caregivers of foreign older adults, aiming to profile the specific tasks that necessitate effective intercultural communication. Data were collected through card-sorting task and follow-up interviews. The findings show that caregiver's target tasks can be classified into , and . The hands-on nurturers focused on tasks requiring direct physical care and day-to-day assistance, emphasizing the role of English in activities such as bathing and aiding with hygiene. The emotional supporters recognized the importance of English in providing psychological and emotional comfort. Trusted companions placed value on English for fostering social connections, engaging in leisurely activities, and facilitating casual exchanges. This study highlights Thai caregivers' multifaceted roles, stressing the necessity for comprehensive English training for intercultural communication in caregiving.
全球人口老龄化趋势导致对护理人员的需求不断增长，这些护理人员需要与他们的护理对象进行有效沟通。本研究采用Q方法，调查了照顾外国老年人的泰国护理人员的英语沟通需求，旨在明确需要有效跨文化沟通的具体任务。数据通过卡片分类任务和后续访谈收集。研究结果表明，护理人员的目标任务可分为[此处原文缺失具体分类内容]。实际护理者专注于需要直接身体护理和日常协助的任务，强调英语在洗澡和卫生协助等活动中的作用。情感支持者认识到英语在提供心理和情感安慰方面的重要性。可信赖的陪伴者重视英语在促进社会联系、参与休闲活动和促进日常交流方面的价值。本研究突出了泰国护理人员的多面角色，强调了在护理工作中进行全面英语跨文化沟通培训的必要性。
