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The Delphi methodology (Part one): A useful administrative approach
Canadian Journal of Nursing Administration
|September 1, 1994
Summary
This paper introduces the Delphi methodology for nurse administrators, covering its definition, design, sampling, and data analysis. It outlines the nurse administrator
Area of Science:
- Nursing Administration
- Health Services Research
- Methodology
Background:
- The Delphi methodology is a structured communication technique.
- It is used for group forecasting, needs assessment, and priority setting.
- Effective application requires understanding its core principles.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide nurse administrators with foundational knowledge of the Delphi methodology.
- To equip them to participate in and conduct Delphi projects.
- To serve as an introductory guide for this research technique.
Main Methods:
- Definition of the Delphi methodology.
- Discussion of key design elements: sampling, instrumentation, and data analysis.
- Exploration of the nurse administrator's role in Delphi studies.
Main Results:
- The paper defines the Delphi methodology and its components.
- It details essential considerations for implementing Delphi studies.
- It clarifies the responsibilities of nurse administrators in this process.
Conclusions:
- Nurse administrators can effectively utilize the Delphi methodology with proper understanding.
- This paper provides the necessary groundwork for their involvement in Delphi projects.
- Further exploration of administrative applications will follow in a subsequent paper.