Dear Eric: I have blood drawn weekly. The last time the needle prick stung a good bit unlike all the others and the next day my arm was black and blue. Next time when I go in, and my number is drawn, if I see that nurse, would it be acceptable to decline and say I’ll wait for the next nurse?
– Bad Blood Draw
Dear Draw: That’s acceptable – it’s your body and you should feel comfortable with how it’s treated. You might get better results, however, by calling ahead or raising your concern about the last draw you had before taking a number. It’s possible it was a one-time fluke or that the nursing staff can make adjustments to ensure it doesn’t happen again…