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Scrubs - Style and Function in the Medical Field

Scrubs come in various styles that can have various functions for different medical professionals. Basic scrubs are v-neck straight cut tops with drawstring pants. These scrubs are usually used by surgeons while operating or as every-day scrubs for any health care professional. Other scrub styles are like the basic style but include more pockets. Other scrubs styles include warm-up jackets and nursing scrubs. Warm-up jackets serve as a second layer for warmth and have extra pockets for more storage. Nursing scrubs include numerous styles that can be like basic scrubs with more pockets or more fitted and tailored looks for more comfort and style. Nursing scrubs come in different neck lines other than v-neck like scoop neck lines and key hole neck lines. Nursing scrubs also have cross over wrap styles which can be more comfortable and stylish for all day wear. In most hospitals patients also wear scrubs that are simple gowns or tops and pants.

Scrubs come in a lot of different styles but they all serve basically the same functions. Scrubs are designed to help maintain a clean environment in operating rooms and any other situation in the medical field. Sterility is especially important in operating rooms so surgeons' operating scrubs are usually bought and cleaned by the hospital to ensure sterility. Scrubs are worn instead of street clothes for cleanliness and to help identify medical personnel and patients. Scrubs are also designed to be comfortable and easy to wear for medical personnel who work long days.