Abstract:

Disposable isolation gowns play a crucial role in preventing the spread of infectious diseases, particularly in healthcare settings. Despite their importance, these gowns often face challenges in promotion due to factors such as cost, availability, and perceived effectiveness. This paper aims to explore strategies for promoting the use of disposable isolation gowns and the barriers to their adoption.

Introduction: Disposable isolation gowns are critical in preventing the spread of infectious diseases, particularly in healthcare settings. They serve as a barrier between the wearer and potentially harmful materials or microorganisms, reducing the risk of infection. However, the promotion of these gowns can be challenging due to various factors, including cost, availability, and perceived effectiveness. This paper aims to explore the promotion of disposable isolation gowns and the challenges they face.

Methods: A review of the literature on the promotion of disposable isolation gowns was conducted. The search was conducted using several electronic databases, including PubMed, Scopus, and Google Scholar. The keywords used in the search included "disposable isolation gowns," "promotion," "healthcare," and "barriers."

Results: The review revealed several strategies for promoting the use of disposable isolation gowns, including education and training, the use of incentives, and the implementation of policies and regulations. Education and training can help to increase awareness and understanding of the importance of using these gowns, while incentives such as financial rewards or recognition can encourage their use. Policies and regulations can also be effective in promoting the use of disposable isolation gowns.

However, several barriers to the adoption of disposable isolation gowns were identified, including cost, availability, and perceived effectiveness. The cost of these gowns can be a significant barrier for healthcare facilities, particularly those with limited resources. Availability can also be an issue, particularly during times of high demand or supply chain disruptions. Finally, some healthcare workers may perceive disposable isolation gowns as less effective than reusable gowns, which can also hinder their adoption.

Conclusion: Promoting the use of disposable isolation gowns is crucial in preventing the spread of infectious diseases, particularly in healthcare settings. Strategies such as education and training, incentives, and policies and regulations can be effective in promoting their use. However, challenges such as cost, availability, and perceived effectiveness must be addressed to increase their adoption. Future research should focus on developing and evaluating innovative strategies for promoting the use of disposable isolation gowns.