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Survey of intensive care unit staff views on a newly introduced reusable isolation gown.

Authors :
Angelopoulos, Nikolaos
Angiolella, Samantha
Lyons, Paula
Ross, Bryan
McGain, Forbes
Source :
Australian Health Review; 2023, Vol. 47 Issue 1, p131-133, 3p
Publication Year :
2023

Abstract

The article offers information on the use of disposable personal protective equipment (PPE) during the COVID-19 pandemic, leading to increased medical waste and environmental concerns. Topics include project that introduced reusable isolation gowns in an intensive care unit, which were found to be comfortable, offered superior protection, and had significant economic benefits, suggesting that transitioning to reusable PPE could be a simple and effective step for hospitals to take.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
01565788
Volume :
47
Issue :
1
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Australian Health Review
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
161657244
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1071/AH22223