Keywords

diploma in tropical nursing, DTN, education, global health, refugee healthcare, remote medicine, travel nursing, tropical nursing

Authors

1. Schmid, Alexis DNP, RN, CPNP-PC/AC, CPEN, CCRN, DTN
2. Wood, Frances RN, RCM, HVCert, BSc, PGCE, PGCert

Abstract

Abstract: Due to factors related to increasing globalization, geopolitical conflicts, and climate change, tropical nursing is increasingly important. This article offers an overview of the Diploma in Tropical Nursing program and explores the challenges facing nurses who serve patients in tropical settings with limited resources.