Best practices for patient comfort during draws

I’ve been focusing on improving patient comfort during blood draws lately and would love to hear what techniques others find effective. For instance, I always talk to my patients about the process and let them pick a spot that feels best for them. What do you all do to help ease any anxiety?

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I always find it helps to have a little distraction like a stress ball or even a fun conversation about their favorite shows. Sometimes, it’s all about redirecting their focus! What kind of techniques have worked best for you in terms of calming anxious patients?

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