Freak aound needles. Start panicking big time.
How can i stay calm ? Needles,and blood terrify me.
Will deep breathing,keep me calm ? feel sick wth nerves.
2006-12-26 12:30:09 · 17 answers · asked by emma w 1 in Health ➔ Mental Health
This so common, I'm sure the tech will be understanding. Explain that you're nervous and that you'll want to close your eyes and breathe. If you concentrate on breathing in through your nose and out through you mouth it will help. Also concetrating on a good song, memory, person, or imagine yourself being all done with the test and happily walking back to your car. Promise yourself a treat afterwards, too. You'll do well. It will only take a couple minutes.
2006-12-26 12:39:26 · answer #1 · answered by Jenr R 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
How does the fact that you will get an injection tomorrow effect you right now? Because you are rolling in an event that hasn't happened yet, won't last that long won't hurt that much. I have the same type of anxieties if I allow them to burn and turn in my mind long enough. I do have the option on the other hand of focusing on "right now". The only place that really matters anyway. I can't undo the past and the only way I can affect the future is by what I do right now at this very moment. Tomorrow will get here when it gets here, worry about the shot after the alcohol swab...not before. Or you can stew in your own mental juices over what is in reality a short procedure. Then there is always tequila if that Lil bit of spiritual enlightenment doesn't seem quite correct. Be well.*chuckling*
2006-12-26 14:22:59 · answer #2 · answered by Rod s 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm a phlebotomist, so I draw blood for my job. I really hope you get a nice friendly face to be your phlebotomist, that will make the experience so much better. Make sure you tell him/her that you're anxious, we have little tricks for helping people be less scared of the poke. Also, we won't wave the needle around so much in front of you if you're scared of seeing it. Try and make small talk, and look for the "distraction poster." No matter what, don't flinch, that could cause you more pain, just hold real still. I always tell my nervous patients that they can yell as loud as they want in my ear, as long as they don't move. If it's the amount of blood they're taking that scares you, remember that each of the tubes holds about a teaspoon, or even less. Remember to breathe and communicate with the phlebotomist!
2006-12-26 14:21:29 · answer #3 · answered by Phlebotomist 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Having a fear of needles is defiantly not uncommon for most people (myself included).
My suggestion is while at the lab, get a coin that you can hold with your free hand. Tap it on the armrest with a steady pace. Tilt your head back and close your eyes. Focus all your energy into keeping your breathing calm and steady, and hearing the "ting" sound the coin makes. Before you know it, it'll all be over with.
This should make it easier.
Good luck and take care.
2006-12-26 13:03:44 · answer #4 · answered by Erato 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Take deep breaths and think about something that calms you.
Also, keep reminding yourself that the person taking your blood is a professional and has done this thousands of times. Don't watch and recite a poem or a prayer that helps you. Even your favorite song. You'll focus on the words and it'll be over before you know it.
2006-12-26 12:49:14 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
tell the person how you feel about needles. i often have blood tests done. yes, deep breathing is helpful. what you could do also is ask for someone with alot of experience taking blood. i have actually been to a blood draw and didn't feel a thing! i have been to nurses who talk to you through the whole thing and that helps. also, go in with a positive attitude.
2006-12-26 12:53:24 · answer #6 · answered by rubyred 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
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2016-05-17 07:55:05 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's okay. Lots of people really hate it. Have you ever gotten a splinter, or gotten stung by a bee? No different. Try to calm yourself by thinking of it like that. When you get there, breathe..
Stick your arm out, close your eyes, and don't open them until they are completely done and the band aid is on your arm. :)
2006-12-26 12:38:37 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
1. take some good deep breaths
2. wiggle your toes when you're having it done
3. take someone with you to distract you, this REALLY works 4 me
4. take someone with you to hold their hand
5. think about something that makes you smile
6. ask to lay down
7. tell the nurse you are really scared, they will be really gentle
I am terrified of needles to but I have found the above tips have really helped me to get through them easier. I always take my close friend, and she distracts me by asking me questions that make me think about something other than the needle. Be brave and good luck!
2006-12-26 14:03:16 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I know how you feel.
Tell the phlebotomist before she starts. She has techniques to get you through this.
I hate when they say they can't find the vein and they have to start again!!
UGH!
O! and don't look at the needle!! and treat yourself to something scrumptious when you are done.
2006-12-26 12:39:51 · answer #10 · answered by Mee-OW =^..^= 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋