The Right Gown for Your ICU Work: AAMI Level 3
As an ICU nurse, you face a range of risks. While some procedures demand a full AAMI Level 4 gown, many common tasks like arterial blood draws, suctioning, or managing lines still carry a moderate risk of fluid spray. For these, you need a gown that is 100% waterproof, fast to don, and secure.
The Medtecs IL-0023BTU is an AAMI Level 3 PE gown designed for this exact purpose. It provides a reliable waterproof barrier without the bulk, heat, and cost of a Level 4 garment, making it the ideal “workhorse” gown for your daily ICU tasks.
Stop Wasting Time: Thumb Loops for a Perfect Glove Seal
Your most significant point of frustration and risk is the gown-glove interface. Taping gloves or struggling with sleeves that ride up is a waste of time you don’t have. This gown’s integrated thumb loops solve this.
- Locks Sleeves in Place: The thumb loops anchor the sleeve under your gloves.
- No More Wrist Exposure: Guarantees a secure, gap-free seal, critical when handling blood or sputum.
- Glove With Confidence: Allows for faster, more confident gloving during patient care.
100% Waterproof PE: A Barrier You Can Trust
Don’t be confused by “fluid-resistant” SMMS gowns. In the ICU, you need a truly waterproof barrier. The IL-0023BTU is made from 100% Polyethylene (PE) film, which is completely impervious to fluids. It provides the AAMI Level 3 protection needed for potential splashes during moderate-risk procedures.
Engineered for Critical Care Workflow
This gown is designed for the pace and practicalities of the ICU.
Fast Donning for Rapid Response
The overhead, apron-style design is fast and intuitive. You can pull it on in seconds, tie the waist, and be ready for your procedure without fumbling with neck ties.
Open-Back Ventilation
The open-back design provides critical ventilation, reducing heat build-up during your long and active shifts in the unit.
AAMI Level 3 vs. AAMI Level 4: Choosing the Right Tool
Using the right PPE for the task is critical for both safety and resource management.
| Risk Scenario | Medtecs IL-0023BTU (AAMI Level 3) | Standard AAMI Level 4 Gown |
|---|---|---|
| Ideal Use Case | Arterial blood draw, suctioning, line management | High-risk pathogen, intubation, high fluid surgery |
| Material | 100% PE (Waterproof) | Heavier PE Coated PP (Impervious) |
| Seams | Heat-sealed (Splash-proof) | Fully Taped Seams (Impervious) |
| Key Benefit | Lightweight, fast, secure sleeves | Maximum possible barrier protection |
