Cecilia's Design for a Better Hospital Gown for Dignity and Modesty

Hello -- whoever designs hospital gowns, listen up, we need something better than what's out there!

Here are some ideas to improve the design:

1. First and foremost -- the back part: add an overlap and a bit of velcro to keep the backside in place;

2. Add a bit of shape -- instead of a straight cut along the sides, give it a bit of flare at the bottom part; the "tent" will discourage the gown from parting in the back;

3. A pocket would be nice;

4. Cheerful print - while I realize the gowns have to undergo multiple and rigorous washing, the print can be better than those generic stars. How about a batik pattern? - see sample below.

5. The piping used along the edges can be a contrasting color to give the gown a bit of style.

6. The metal snaps along the shoulder line are practical and should stay.

All right -- that's my two-cents worth about Hospital Gown Design for Dignity and Modesty.

Seriously I don't think it'll cost more to make these small adjustments.

If you check out the links below, it seem the UK has or is addressing the problem of immodest hospital gowns.

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All for now,

Cecilia

tags: hospital, gown, gowns, design, modesty, dignity, patients