SusieQOH

No, they have to keep the rooms colder to prevent as much contamination as possible. Same for the OR.

Irishrose2

Same for the doctor's office. I swear I'm going to take a sweater Friday. My friend came out of dialysis freezing. They chilled the blood as they washed it.

RuthiesRetreat3

As a chemo nurse for 35 years, I can attest to the fact that those rooms are not really that cold. The cold sensation comes when the patient is lying or sitting still, having I.V. fluids running into their veins which hydrates them, thus cooling them, and the fact that many of the I.V. drugs/fluids have been in the refrigerator. In addition, many of the pre-meds given to prevent nausea can cause a lowering of the blood pressure, which also helps to "cool" the patient. If the nurses are wearing sweaters, Then the room is too cold.

Austinite

If you know the person ask them what size they would like. We asked a coworker what size blanket she would like for chemo and she told us "something big enough to wrap myself up in cause the chair is chilly!"

bjgallent

I can attest to being so cold while undergoing chemo treatments. Where I had it done, they provided blankets that were warmed. What a nice thought to make a quilt. Just need something to cover you up from neck to feet. I would think 40-45 inches wide would be plenty.

Sew Freak

I bought a crib size batting (45 x 60) to practice FMQ on and it seems to be a nice size for a lap quilt.

maviskw

How about making a little pocket on one end into which to tuck feet. That would keep it in place.

citruscountyquilter

I have a beautiful quilt that some friends went together and made me for when I had chemo. The length is more important than the width as you're in a recliner so if it's wide enough to cover you that's fine. I liked mine because it went from my neck to around my feet. You don't want a huge one as it is too heavy to manage and lug to chemo each time. Now my quilt gives me great comfort to snuggle up at home with.

zozee

My friends love the soft, warm flannel I used as backing.

I personally wouldn’t want a pocket for my feet. I can see it being warm, yes, but A trip hazard or something that might be frustrating if they happened to get the quilt upsidedown. when you’re strong and healthy, turning a blanket around is no big deal, but when sick, tired, weak, bedridden it takes a lot of effort.

joyce888

I would judge the width and length by the person I'm making it for. If she's of average height and body I would make it 50 something " by 70 something. I would also be sensitive to her feelings about a quilt with cancer related fabrics. Some people want a quilt that lifts their spirits; not remind them of their cancer.