*sigh*

[superbadgirl]

So I reported the phlebotomist who didn't swab me, and now it's being implied that the reaction I have on my arm is from the alcohol she clearly used when she swabbed me.

Is it possible I somehow blanked right on over the icy coldness of rubbing alcohol (I think that's what they use now) on my skin for that painful minute? I really hate that part of donating. I suppose it is, but I really don't think so. Also, I've never before had a reaction to rubbing alcohol, which I know doesn't say much since reactions can seem to come and go on whim. The injection site started itching the moment the needle plunged into my skin - I don't know if that's a case for an alcohol reaction or not.

Anyway I'm now left doubting the validity of my own claim. I feel like I've accused someone of something and at trial it's somehow all turned around on me, like I committed the crime, or simply asked for it. And I regret reporting her ass.

Comments

[babs-sg1.livejournal.com]

You absolutely should not regret reporting her. Absolutely not.

Is this a local blood bank? Red Cross? Is there anyone higher you can go to?

[superbadgirl]

Local, and I'm not really sure I want it to go any further than it already has. I'd like the rash to go away (shouldn't it have already?) and that's about it. I think they've already decided I was mistaken.

I worry, though, that my file will have this black mark on it forever. Ever watch Seinfeld? It's like that episode where Elaine can't go to a doctor because of something written in her medical records... ;)

[betacandy.livejournal.com]

I second Babs.

The only way I get peace with stuff like this is to talk to a superior and confront them directly about their tactic to deflect what I was saying rather than just take responsibility. Of course, they may just be a shit organization that deals with everything this way, in which case you might want to donate with someone else instead in the future.

But 9 times out of 10, I eventually get to someone who does take responsibility.