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Thank you all so much for the input! You have made me feel that I'm not a freak. I think I will have to watch some intense needle stick type videos to try to get over it as well as make sure I am especially well hydrated as that is a problem for me on any given day. I definately don't drink as much as I should! I'll let you know how I do! Good luck to all of you! PS - No - I'm 46 years old and definately NOT pregnant!

I am a nursing student in my final semester and realize that I have a problem. Sometimes, not always, I have a vasovagal reaction to watching some venapuncture-type procedures. This past weekend I was watching a dialysis shunt insertion and I suddenly got that feeling of lightheadedness, nausea and the need to sit down. I found my way to the other side of the room and found a chair and was ok after sitting a little while. How the heck am I going to be a nurse when this happens on occassion? Is there anything I can do to end the epidose when I begin to feel symptoms besides leave the scene? Anyone else have such issues? Any input would be greatly appreciated!