When you go to see the doctor, sometimes the nurse will have you change into disposable exam wear. This type of clothing is designed to make it easier for the doctor to do their job without having to worry about their clothing. On the job, a doctor could face many potential dangers involving substances, chemicals, and bodily fluids. Thus, they need to wear clothing that protects them from harm while also ensuring they can perform their job effectively. Because it … Continue reading “Info on Disposable Exam Wear”
Disposable Products vs. Laundry Departments
Posted on March 24, 2010March 24, 2010Categories DisposablesThe Truth About Where Hospitals Save Money This question is largely dependent on the size of a hospital, and the short answer is that larger hospitals (who can afford an entire laundry department) sometimes save money by using non-disposable products. But as labor prices increase (especially with the rising cost of health insurance) even the larger hospitals benefit from switching to disposable products. What do the numbers on disposable products say? So let’s look at some numbers. Between 2002 and … Continue reading “Disposable Products vs. Laundry Departments”
Benefits of Disposable Bedpads
Posted on March 16, 2010March 16, 2010Categories Bed PadsUsed often along with an absorbent undergarment of some kind, disposable bed pads are useful in managing adult urinary incontinence by preventing wetness from penetrating through a mattress or box spring (which permanently stains the fabric). A furtive method to use when dealing with a rather embarrassing condition, disposable bed pads are a quick and easy way to avoid unfortunate accidents beyond a person’s control especially while sleeping in someone else’s lodgings. Disposable bed pads can also be used in … Continue reading “Benefits of Disposable Bedpads”
Choosing Adult Bibs
Posted on March 16, 2010March 16, 2010Categories Adult BibsAs one advances in years, the need for additional assistance with once simple tasks becomes increasingly necessary. Even the simple act of feeding oneself starts to become a chore, perhaps from the result of arthritis making the use of utensils neigh-impossible. Many elderly eaters face the troubling aspect of being unable to cease a perpetual ‘trembling’ of their mouths, making the eating of food quite messy. The use of an adult bib can spare people much embarrassment from unsightly food … Continue reading “Choosing Adult Bibs”
Face Masks – About Swine Flu
Posted on March 11, 2010March 12, 2010Categories DisposablesSwine flu is a type of virus. It’s named for a virus that pigs can get. People do not normally get swine flu, but human infections can and do happen. The virus is contagious and can spread from human to human. Symptoms of swine flu in people are similar to the symptoms of regular human flu and include fever, cough, sore throat, body aches, headache, chills and fatigue. There are antiviral medicines you can take to prevent or treat swine … Continue reading “Face Masks – About Swine Flu”