I went to this surgery yesterday 1/8/24 for I was scheduled for blood test. I was directed to where the blood extraction will happen. I met the lady who did my blood sample for the test. She was kind and accomodating. She did all the information details check . She made me comfortable in the armchair. As she was putting the band on my left upper arm, having her prepared the needles and blood bottles she just suddenly took the needle and introduce into my vein and I realized she did not wipe my skin with skin wipes with alcohol. I am a nurse working for NHS and I do extract bloods for my patient in the ward. It was unsafe practice as any infection or bacteria would have lodged into my system and put me at risk of acquiring any infection and entered into my system. I believe the staff should be reminded that this practice is unsafe and she should be sent for refresher course. I am a nurse and I know the protocol. I would be worried for those who has no knowledge of the procedure and would be put at risk of acquiring infection should this practice continues. This practice should stop ASAP.
"Unsafe practice- blood test sample blood…"
About: Bromley GP Alliance Bromley GP Alliance Beckenham BR3 3QL
Posted via nhs.uk
Do you have a similar story to tell?
Tell your story & make a difference
››
Responses