In a hospital setting, different types of gowns serve various purposes to ensure hygiene, safety, and infection control. Here are the main types of hospital gowns and their uses:
1. Surgical Gowns
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Use: Worn by surgeons, nurses, and other medical staff in the operating room (OR) to prevent contamination.
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Features:
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Sterile
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Fluid-resistant or fluid-impermeable
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Long sleeves with elastic cuffs
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Made of disposable or reusable materials
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2. Isolation Gowns
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Use: Used by healthcare workers when dealing with patients who have infectious diseases (e.g., COVID-19, MRSA).
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Features:
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Protects against contamination from bodily fluids
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Can be sterile or non-sterile
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Available in disposable and reusable options
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3. Patient Gowns
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Use: Worn by patients during hospital stays or medical examinations.
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Features:
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Open-back design for easy access during medical procedures
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Lightweight and comfortable
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Disposable or reusable
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4. Cover Gowns (Protective Gowns)
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Use: Used in environments where contamination is a concern, such as laboratories and emergency rooms.
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Features:
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Provides full coverage
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Fluid-resistant or waterproof
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Disposable
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5. Chemotherapy Gowns
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Use: Worn by healthcare workers administering chemotherapy drugs to protect against hazardous drug exposure.
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Features:
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Made of non-permeable material
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Long sleeves with tight cuffs
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Disposable, single-use
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6. Procedure Gowns
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Use: Used in non-surgical procedures like wound dressing changes or minor medical treatments.
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Features:
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Fluid-resistant but not as protective as surgical gowns
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Available in different levels of protection
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7. Lead Gowns (X-ray Gowns)
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Use: Worn by medical professionals and sometimes patients during radiological procedures to protect against radiation exposure.
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Features:
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Contains lead or lead-equivalent material
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Heavy but effective in blocking radiation
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