I just wanted to know how does the i.v feels when inserted into your arm to be put to sleep.
2006-10-01 07:10:04 · 12 answers · asked by mizva2bk 1 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Other - General Health Care
You will receive a premed first and will never feel the IV insertion. And, by the way, when done by a skilled nurse, it's virtually painless. Just a small pinprick.
2006-10-01 07:12:19 · answer #1 · answered by TweetyBird 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just a tiny bit.
What hurts more is worrying and being scared.
Ask if you can have a friend come distract you when they put it in if you are afraid and worried, or if you can listen to music (like on an ipod)
Tell the nurse also, that you are afraid that it will hurt, ususally they are very understanding and kind.
2006-10-01 08:46:31 · answer #2 · answered by Dr. Max 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
All you will feel is a small prick that's all.. Unlike some antibiotics anesthetics do not give a burning sensation. I.V. anesthetics are given only for induction of anesthesia.
2006-10-01 07:25:46 · answer #3 · answered by mrzaid05 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not a big deal. Just breathe deeply and remain calm. I hate needles, but I have had this done several times. I look away and focus on deep breaths and I do fine. Once the IV is in and they start pumping the groovy drugs, you won't remember a thing!
2006-10-01 07:12:57 · answer #4 · answered by rockinout 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No....don't worry about it.
Just don't move your arm around a lot. It only hurts if it has been in for days and days.
It also might might might hurt when they pull the tape off when they take the IV out, but it isn't the IV that is the problem!
2006-10-01 07:12:51 · answer #5 · answered by gg 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't worry honey its not that bad, like any injection its a sharp scratch for a second then you won't feel it.. and if you've got a good surgical team they'll distract you anyway.. good luck, you'll be fine
2006-10-01 07:13:57 · answer #6 · answered by Georgie's Girl 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not really, if you have a good nurse she will put it in and you won't feel a thing. Maybe a little stick, that is it.
2006-10-01 07:20:27 · answer #7 · answered by Boricua Born 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i have had a few operations and i have always insisted on a pre med... but that is only because i am petrified of operations... if i am honest with you i will say no it doesnt hurt, all you will feel is a pin prick if that, it nothing to worry about so please try not to... gd luck xx
2006-10-01 07:16:29 · answer #8 · answered by taryn3piper 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
when I had hip surgery they gave me a shot before they took me to the operating room and I didn't even know when they was through with the surgery
2006-10-01 07:19:36 · answer #9 · answered by james m 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just a quick poke .. the less you think about it .. the less you will even notice it. I've had it done a lot of times . no big deal .. don't worry :) Good Luck!
2006-10-01 07:11:39 · answer #10 · answered by tysavage2001 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋