Development of an emergency science popularization capacity index system for nurses in China—A Delphi study

AimTo construct a popularization of an emergency science capacity index system for nurses based on the iceberg model.DesignA mixed‐method research design incorporating quantitative and qualitative components was used.MethodsIn this study, the first draft of the questionnaire was developed through literature analysis and semi‐structured interviews. According to the Delphi expert inclusion criteria, 20 experts with rich experience in the field of science popularization were selected, and the system of emergency science popularization ability of nurses was ultimately developed through two rounds of consultation according to the Delphi method. The weights of various indicators were determined through hierarchical analysis.ResultsFollowing two rounds of Delphi surveys, a total of 3 primary, 6 secondary, and 26 tertiary indicators were identified. The indicators were found to be highly significant, with variation coefficients ranging from 0.063 to 0.140. The Kendall's harmonization coefficients for the primary, secondary, and tertiary indicators were 0.350, 0.341, and 0.146, respectively. The popularization of the emergency science capacity system has a certain scientific and practical significance, which is of guidance to the competency of nurses in public health emergencies.Patient or public contributionNo patient or public contribution. This study did not involve patients, service users, caregivers, or members of the public.