*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

[aizjanika.livejournal.com]

{{{hugs}}} That's their tactic to get you to doubt yourself and, yeah, to try to turn it around on you and put you on the defensive. Who is implying that your reaction is from the rubbing alcohol?

[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?