What is the proper gown opening location?

• A. Front opening
• B. No opening
• C. Back opening
• D. Side opening

Answer: (C)

Gowns are designed with the opening at the back to protect the wearer and support a safe doffing sequence. When the gown opens in the back, the front stays covered, reducing exposure to contaminants as you move and during removal. Untying at the back during doffing keeps your hands away from the front surfaces, which are more likely to be contaminated. A front-opening gown exposes the torso and front clothing and makes removal riskier for self-contamination. A gown with no opening isn’t practical for putting on, and side openings don’t provide the standard barrier and can complicate removal.