Heart exams often need access to the chest, sometimes for a stethoscope, sometimes for leads or an ultrasound probe. Clothing that opens only where it needs to helps you stay covered everywhere else.
Gowns to Consider
- The GIV Duo has separate chest and abdominal windows that open partly or fully, guided by your provider.
- The GIV SOLO Shirt has one arched chest window and is worn with your own lower-body clothing, which can suit cardiac monitoring and shorter visits.
A Note on Imaging and Magnets
GIV Gowns come with magnetic or snap fasteners. If your visit may involve an MRI, choose snaps and tell your care team about the fasteners in advance. Anyone with an implanted cardiac device should ask their care team before wearing a gown with magnetic closures.
What to Say When You Arrive
"I brought my own patient gown. It opens at the chest for the exam. May I wear it today?"
Your clinical team has the final say on what works for your visit.
