Terrified of Needles. Panic & hyperventilate around them.
Having my first blood test - & don't know what to expect.
Will it hurt me ? What exactly will the phlebotomist do ?
please tell me sooo scared. I'm 15 - can Mom stay with me ?
2007-01-28 09:09:52 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Adolescent
Take a deep breath, okay? Your mom can probably go with you. The blood test is very simple. They engorge your vein by tying a piece of rubber around your upper arm. Then they lightly slap your vein so they can see it better. Then they use a little needle and gently press horizontally against it. It is nothing like an IV, trust me. It is a lot less painful. It hurts a little, but it will be over soon.
When you first go into the office, let your nurse know that you're scared and react this way. That way they can prepare and soothe you. Bring something comforting or think of your favorite vacation while having your blood drawn. Remember to breathe in and out as naturally as you can. Vocalize your pain and fear because it helps. Everything will be okay as long as you relax and take it easy.
2007-01-28 09:23:28 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It stings a little, but usually isn't really painful. A few other people explained what will happen, so I'll skip that part. Of course your mom can stay with you...
Have your mom call the doctor's office and get a prescription for EMLA cream (it's topical lidocaine, like novicaine at the dentist, but goes right on your skin).
When you get to the lab, while your mom is signing you in, take a small amount (about the size of 1/2 a penny) and put it on the inside of both your elbows, where you can best see your veins. Or, ask the phlebotomist to put it on you and have them come back in 15 minutes. It completely numbs the area, so you won't have to worry about pain.
Find a focal point in the room - a clock, a picture, your mom's face, whatever. Focus on that, and on keeping your breathing steady. No need to look at what they're doing if you don't want to - I hate needles too, but I watch... for some reason it makes me feel better.
2007-01-28 22:02:13 · answer #2 · answered by ~StepfordWife~ 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes your mom can stay with you, she can even hold your hand if you want her to. Ive had my blood taken numerous times, and I used to be as scared as you. The needle hardly goes into your skin at all! All you feel is a slight pinch. Have you ever stubbed your toe? Well, stubbing your toe hurts a wholeheck of lot worse than getting blood taken. You will be fine!! Especially since you are probably getting it done by someone who does blood drawing all day, they are pro's.
Just relax and it will be over in a couple of seconds. The only thing that kinda hurts in the needle prick, and then the rest is cake.
Good luck!!!
2007-01-28 17:24:11 · answer #3 · answered by cleverness_444 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's nothing to worry about.
I get squeamish too, but I take a few deep breaths and I figure, "Let me just get through this, and then I can cry and get all my feelings out afterwards." The longer you squirm, it'll take longer.
However, for me it doesn't hurt at all. Just relax your arm, and your mom can stay with you as long as you need her.
I'm the same way. I also bring a comforting stuffed animal from home that I can squeeze too. No sweat! Good luck! Once you face it, your worries will disappear.
2007-01-28 21:06:47 · answer #4 · answered by Circuits 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
listen stay calm resently i had to go to the hospital for something and needed a blood test done of course i was scared im not a huge fan of needles but its just like a shot and it doesnt hurt that badly you just feel a little pinch the needle goes in they take the blood and your done unless you may need to stay to make sure your test are ok then they will put a clear bandage to hold the tube in just in case they need more tests your mom will probably get to stay with you my mom stayed with me and you can squeeze her hand if it hurts dont freak out just count in your mind or think of something peacful try not to look or think about it it wont take that long so just hang in there!
2007-01-28 20:21:46 · answer #5 · answered by <3 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes Mom can stay, usually phlebs deal with scared people and they know how to calm you down.
Pheb will put a tourniquet on your arm and wipe area with wipey, then stick you. Then they will attach the vaccutainer. It is where your blood will go and then they will pull out.
It is not that bad and the worse part is the actual stick, some people do not even notice it. Some like to watch others can not bear it. Just talk to your mom and phleb and tell them what your doing in school.
GOOD LUCK, you will be fine.
2007-01-28 19:11:21 · answer #6 · answered by Myra G 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sorry but WHY IS EVERYONE ASKING ABOUT BLOOD TESTS???? ive seen about 10 people ask "omg i dont wanna have a blood test" "omgz im so scared of needles!" "can i make my daughter have a blood test". Just go in, close your eyes, and wait.
2007-01-28 20:03:42 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
ur mom can probably go with and wat ever u do don't jump wen they stick u wen i went 4 blood work i had a gum ball in my mouth and wen they were bout to stick me i bit on the gumball and started chewing i swear i didn't feel a thing
2007-01-28 22:23:06 · answer #8 · answered by Nour 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
lol i am the same way and just had to get one yesterday.
Go to ur doctor or whatever they can give you this cream to num you idk how to spell that. it works really good.
goodluck and u can hold ur moms hand
it's not that bad it only hurts a little
2007-01-28 21:34:58 · answer #9 · answered by Me 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the main thing is dont jump when they stick you with the 20ga needle
2007-01-28 18:48:29 · answer #10 · answered by wade 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋