“Lying in bed in a hospital gown is what nightmares are made of. It is an experience I definitely don’t like to remember,” says Veronica, who underwent weeks of hospital bed rest during her pregnancy. It is a sentiment echoed by many people worldwide no matter their reason for care. And surprisingly, it’s not necessarily the physical discomfort, potential pain, or the inherent fear of disease or death that haunts a hospitalized patient.
Supporting a person’s sense of well-being is the overarching goal of an Arkeras gown through its fabric and its construction. The front-to-back design and attached wraparound scarf both aid in dressing. Here we offer our best methods on how to don the gown whether you are dressing yourself or are a caregiver dressing someone else.
