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The Delphi technique effectively gathers expert consensus in nursing research, education, and practice. This article explores its utility through personal experience and contemporary examples.

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Area of Science:

  • Nursing
  • Health Sciences
  • Research Methodology

Background:

  • The Delphi technique is a structured communication method for achieving group consensus.
  • It is frequently employed in nursing education, management, and clinical practice to gather expert opinions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To discuss the usefulness of the Delphi technique for nursing research.
  • To provide insights based on personal experience, critiques, and contemporary nursing research examples.

Main Methods:

  • Qualitative discussion and analysis.
  • Review of personal experience with the Delphi technique.
  • Examination of critiques and contemporary nursing research studies utilizing the Delphi technique.

Main Results:

  • The Delphi technique is a valuable tool for eliciting expert consensus in various nursing domains.
  • Personal experience and existing literature support its application in nursing research.
  • Examples demonstrate its successful implementation in contemporary nursing studies.

Conclusions:

  • The Delphi technique offers a robust framework for consensus-building in nursing research.
  • Its application enhances the validity and reliability of findings in nursing education, management, and clinical work.