The Workhorse Gown for High-Volume, Daily Care
Working in long-term care, you’re more than a caregiver; you’re family. Your day is filled with high-touch, personal tasks—from hygiene assistance and feeding to mobility support. You need a ‘workhorse’ gown: something you can rely on, put on and off all day, and that provides a real, compliant barrier without making you overheat. The Medtecs IL-2022YTU is the perfect, cost-effective solution for the daily demands of LTC.
Comfort for All-Day Wear
You can’t spend your entire shift in a hot, ‘plasticky’ gown. The IL-2022YTU is made from 22gsm, 4-layer SMMS. This fabric is soft, lightweight, and—most importantly—breathable. It provides the AAMI Level 1 fluid resistance you need for low-risk tasks while allowing heat and moisture to escape, keeping you far more comfortable than in standard PE-coated gowns.
Key Features for Resident Care
This gown is designed for the active, personal work you do.
- AAMI Level 1 Protection: A certified barrier (AATCC 42) for protection against minimal splashes during hygiene tasks, wound care, or handling linens.
- Integrated Thumb Loops: A critical feature. They keep your sleeves from riding up when you are assisting a resident with bathing, dressing, or transfers, ensuring your wrists stay covered.
- Cost-Effective Quality: As a high-volume use item, this gown provides premium features (SMMS, thumb loops) at a price point that makes sense for your facility’s budget.
A Reliable & Comfortable Daily Solution
This gown is the ideal standard for your facility. It’s a significant upgrade in comfort and function from basic PP gowns and provides the appropriate, certified protection for the vast majority of your daily tasks.
Ideal for:
- Assisting with resident hygiene, bathing, and dressing
- Feeding and medication administration
- Patient transfers and mobility assistance
- Changing linens and basic housekeeping
- Visitor precautions
Gown Choice for Long-Term Care
Your staff needs a gown that balances comfort, protection, and value for high-volume use.
| Feature | Medtecs IL-2022YTU (SMMS) | Basic PP Gown | Reusable Cloth Gown |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barrier | AAMI Level 1 (Certified) | None (Absorbent) | Varies (Degrades with washing) |
| Comfort | High (Breathable) | High (But no protection) | Varies (Can be hot/stiff) |
| Sleeves | Thumb Loops (Secure) | Loose Elastic (Rides up) | Knit Cuffs (Can be stained/wet) |
| Cost | Cost-Effective Disposable | Cheapest Disposable | High Upfront + Laundry Cost |
