What are Halyard BASICS Tri-Layer AAMI2 Isolation Gowns?

When it comes to talking about personal protection equipment, we mainly talk about gloves. But in the realm of PPE, it’s not just the gloves that are required for a full protective uniform. So in this article, we’d like to focus on another form of personal protection, the isolation gown. 

Specifically, Halyard’s new isolation gown, their BASICS* Tri-Layer AAMI2 Yellow isolation gown. We’ll go over what an isolation gown is, how it’s rated, and then talk in depth on the benefits that Halyard’s new offering provides you with when you don it.

What is an Isolation Gown?

An isolation gown in a medical context is a type of personal protective equipment (PPE) worn by healthcare professionals, patients, or visitors to create a barrier against the transfer of microorganisms, body fluids, and other potentially infectious materials. It’s a critical tool in infection control, aiming to protect both the wearer and prevent cross-contamination to others or the environment.

Their purposes are mainly:

• Protect the User: When operating or dealing with any kind of task that presents danger, the isolation gown offers a barrier that shields the wearer from coming into contact with dangerous substances or bacteria.
• Prevents Cross-Contamination: The barrier goes both ways with an isolation gown… it protects you from anything coming in, but that also means it protects your patent from anything going out. Isolation gowns can help prevent cross contamination of any possible bacteria or outside elements that can compromise a patient with a weak immune system or even compromise patient sterility during an operation.

What is the AAMI Rating System?

AAMI stands for the Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation. AAMI is a non-profit organization that develops standards for medical devices, including personal protective equipment (PPE) like gowns.

They’ve created a pretty simple rating system to grade how well fluids are blocked by protective clothing like isolation gowns. In doing this clinicians/staff are able to choose the proper level of protection for their task. The levels are from 1 – 4  cover all the way from basic patient care to full on splash zones. When these PPE rules are followed the HALYARD gowns help reduce the spreading of the infection causing germs.

Halyard Basics AAMI2 Isolation Gown

The primary goal for a manufacturer of personal protective equipment (PPE) is to ensure the safety of both the patient and the healthcare provider. A fundamental cornerstone of this goal is breaking the infection chain. By providing extremely reliable barrier protection, the Halyard BASICS Tri-Layer AAMI2 Isolation Gown is a critical tool towards that goal. We’re excited to be able to help introduce Halyard’s newest isolation gown to the industry, and bring a new solution to the ever-growing need for the best in personal protection.

These Halyard isolation gowns were painstakingly designed to meet the standards that have been set by AAMI (the Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation) for advancing the safety and effectiveness of health technology. These gowns are AAMI Level 2 which is: Minimal to Low Fluid Barrier Protection – Used when there’s only a slight risk of fluid exposure, for minimally invasive surgical procedures such as lumps and bumps.

Additionally, effective PPE has to be evaluated on more than just its barrier properties. Which is why Halyard’s BASICS Tri-Layer AAMI2 Isolation Gowns also sport a few benefits to further improve protection and comfort for the wearer:

• Comfort: These isolation gowns feature elastic cuffs and traditional donning with Tape Tabs for maximum comfort and protection.
• Tri-Layer Fabric: This 3-layer SMS fabric creates a unique barrier that is very protective against fluids, and just as importantly is breathable and soft against the skin.
• Exposure Setting: Halyard BASICS Tri-Layer Isolation Gowns are rated for low to moderate exposure to fluids or chemicals
• Sizes: These isolation gowns come in two sizes; Universal and Extra-Large

Final Thoughts

While gloves often take center stage in PPE discussions, the pivotal role of isolation gowns, particularly innovations like Halyard’s BASICS* Tri-Layer AAMI2 Yellow gown, cannot be overstated. By providing a reliable barrier against contamination—for both the wearer and the patient—and adhering to the rigorous AAMI Level 2 fluid protection standards, these gowns are a fundamental element in breaking the chain of infection. 

Halyard’s thoughtful integration of comfort and breathability into their multi-layer design ensures that healthcare professionals can perform their duties with both confidence and focused attention, underscoring that truly effective PPE balances robust protection with the practical needs of those on the front lines of patient care.

If you’d like to see more info on Halyard’s new Basics Isolation Gown, you can find the link to our website here. If you have any questions about personal protection equipment, or anything else, give us a call at 704-966-1650. You can also find the links to our various consumer programs using the links below, that are accessible to anyone, anytime, absolutely FREE.

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You can find Halyard’s BASICS* Tri-Layer AAMI2 Yellow gowns on our site here →

Halyard BASICS Tri-Layer AAMI2 Isolation Gowns

FAQ

Q: What are Isolation Gowns?

A: An isolation gown in a medical context is a type of personal protective equipment (PPE) worn by healthcare professionals, patients, or visitors to create a barrier against the transfer of microorganisms, body fluids, and other potentially infectious materials.

Q: What is the key feature of these Isolation Gowns?

A: The gowns are made from a lightweight, three-layer SMS (Spunbond-Meltblown-Spunbond) fabric. The tri-layer compound provides a protective barrier against fluids while balancing comfort and breathability for the wearer.

Q: What are the Applicable Uses for These Isolation Gowns?

A: Halyard BASICS Tri-Layer AAMI2 Yellow Isolation Gowns are meant to be used in areas like; ICU, Hyperbaric and Dialysis Unit, Contact Isolation, Med/Surgery Unit, Nursery, Lab and Pathology. And are recommended for use in tasks like: blood draw, suturing, inserting I.V. lines, and specimen handling.