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About: Jubilee Hospital / Community Nursing

(as a parent/guardian),

I would like to give big thanks to the Huntly Covid testing staff. 

My 5 year old son needed a test  and after two previous tests was extremely anxious about it. The staff at the testing centre were beyond patient with him when he was hysterical, they chatted to him, trying to gain his trust and were so gentle administering the test. 

He was so proud of himself after and was delighted with his certificate and sticker. He said he would go back to those ladies if he ever needed a test again, which is a big deal for a kid who was in tears the night before at the mere thought of it.

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Response from Kirsten Dickson, Quality Improvement and Assurance Facilitator, Quality Improvement and Assurance Team, NHS Grampian 3 years ago
Kirsten Dickson
Quality Improvement and Assurance Facilitator, Quality Improvement and Assurance Team,
NHS Grampian
Submitted on 28/09/2021 at 15:52
Published on Care Opinion at 15:52


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Dear Roobs08,

I'd forgotten how frightening new experiences can be for 5 year old's - but am glad to hear the staff in Huntly did a wonderful job of calming your son and gaining his trust. They will be absolutely delighted to know they made such a positive difference and hopefully anyone reading this, and worried about attending, will feel a little more comfortable.

I've shared your kind words with the Public Health Manager who will ensure this is shared with the team in Huntly.

Hope you are both doing well.

Take care,

Kirsten

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