Midnight1

You're a person I needed to hear from. Just knowing I'm not the only one feeling anxiety over this is a huge part of what I needed to hear!! I have gotten somewhat better, and now that I'm looking for a job as of December as a new LPN grad on her way to RN school, I hope to get a little more experience. Thanks again for taking the time to write.

I am doing lots better now, with everyone's help from this website and a patient teacher!! Everyone is so helpful. I just had to realize that, yes, it does hurt a little when you have to puncture someone's skin with a needle, but it's just a little pinch. I have been doing great after getting over the anxiety. Thanks again!!

Thanks a million for your reply. It just means so much to know it isn't just me - I spent an entire weekend worrying that I had made a big mistake. Now, after doing it, I feel just great and ready to take on anything!!

You're right, the 22-gauge was great! The first instructor used 18-gauge, which I felt a bit harsh on a classmate who didn't really need it. I think it's different when someone needs help, and you have to do it. When I did my first "stick" with the other instructor, I told her later how anxious I was and she was really surprised. She told me my technique was great and that I did fine!! Thanks!!

Thanks again everyone!!

Just wanted to say thanks again. I went in on Monday with these thoughts in my mind, and, with no problem, got an IV started. I think it also helped with a different teacher and a "cleaner" technique this time. Anyway, thanks again!!

You are just the greatest! Thanks so much for the support. I'm glad I found this website - just today!! Thanks again. I'm looking forward to class tomorrow now!

HELLP!! Did anyone have issues with starting IVs in the beginning? I drew blood just fine and thought everything was okay. However, just the other day when my instructor was demonstrating IVs, I felt like I was going to pass out!! Please don't tell me I've chosen the wrong profession! Everything had been going fine until this point, and I'm confused about my reaction! I'm only in the second month of LPN classes and never had an IV or saw one started before. Could this be the problem?