Thursday, March 1, 2012

Ways To Care For Nursing Uniforms

By Adriana Noton


Traditional nursing uniforms have evolved in many ways over the years. Although some nurses still opt for the conventional white attire, starched dresses and nursing caps are rarely seen. In this day and age, uniform scrubs are very popular. And they are the apparel most often worn in medical settings.

Rinse the clothes in cold water first to loosen any kind of caked-on residue or stains. This will make the wash water cleaner and prevent any fragments from cycling through the rest of the clothes. Specific spots and stains may also need to be pretreated.

Historically, the uniform has been worn both for hygiene purposes and to identify the nurse to the patient. With so many medical personnel wearing scrubs, it can be hard at times to recognize which one is the nurse. In any case, the uniforms of the healthcare staff that have patient contact will be exposed to germs and waste, and must be cleaned thoroughly.

Hot water and chlorine bleach can brighten and sanitize most whites. However it cannot be used on most other colors of clothing. There are less harsh ways to purify the garments and still make sure they stay looking nice.

Once the uniforms are laundered and rinsed, they should be dried in the dryer for 30 minutes. The heat from the dryer will further purify the clothes. Press the garments with a hot iron if so desired. This gives the scrubs a finished look and also works to get rid of germs.

A busy nurse has a challenging and sometimes difficult job. Nursing uniforms play a large role in that job and in the health care profession. No matter if they are scrubs or traditional attire, they can be fresh and clean, comfortable and last as long as possible.

Traditional nursing uniforms have evolved in many ways over the years. Although some nurses still opt for the conventional white attire, starched dresses and nursing caps are rarely seen. In this day and age, uniform scrubs are very popular. And they are the apparel most often worn in medical settings.

Adding a cup of white vinegar to the hot water and gentle detergent will help in various ways. Vinegar is safe and will not harm the fabrics. Yet it helps remove stains, it removes odors, and it works as a sanitizer. It also works to prevent dark and bright colors from "bleeding" their dye.

Historically, the uniform has been worn both for hygiene purposes and to identify the nurse to the patient. With so many medical personnel wearing scrubs, it can be hard at times to recognize which one is the nurse. In any case, the uniforms of the healthcare staff that have patient contact will be exposed to germs and waste, and must be cleaned thoroughly.

Scrubs are more comfortable to wear, and in many ways they are more practical. The looser fit makes a lot of the hands on work with patients and equipment easier. An all white outfit seems to show dirt quicker. Scrubs come in a variety of colors and patterns. Patients often find the colorful scrubs to be more cheerful.




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