Having drawn blood from thousands of patients, I know the fear many have for needles, blood, and how the venipuncture process make you uncomfortable. The sad thing is, drawing blood to perform...
Category: Venipuncture Tips
Blood draws! They are what nurses and phlebotomists are good at. However, drawing blood from a person can cause some pain or discomfort. The good news is, there are some things you can do that can...
How to Get Your Adolescent to Do A Blood Test: A Guide for Parents
Convincing an adolescent to undergo a blood test can sometimes be a difficult job. Even adults, sometimes, have difficulty doing a blood test. Many teens feel uneasy at the site of having their blood...
While some finger prick blood tests are done in the laboratory, at-home blood tests are an easy and simple way of gaining some insight into your health without the hassle of visiting a lab or...
Mastering Vein Selection: Tips for a Successful Venipuncture
There is no getting a way from choosing a good vein for drawing blood. While there are a few equipment you can use to help you, being able to find and choose the best veins is a skill that is needed....
9 Tips for Easing Discomfort and Bruising After a Blood Draw
Having discomfort or a bruise after having your blood drawn is no fun. You may be one who has experienced this in the past or maybe you are planning on having your blood drawn soon by a phlebotomist....