Safe Gown Placement with IV Lines: A Step-by-Step Guide

To place a gown on a patient with an IV, follow these steps:

1. Wash your hands. This will help to prevent the spread of infection.

2. Assist the patient to sit up. This will make it easier for you to place the gown.

3. Untie the gown at the back.

4. Hold the gown in front of the patient and gently slip it over their head.

5. Secure the gown at the back.

6. Tuck the sleeves of the gown under the IV tubing. This will help to prevent the tubing from becoming entangled in the gown.

7. Adjust the gown so that it is comfortable for the patient.