The Process of Blood Collection With a Vascular Imaging Device

The study was planned to determine the effect of using a blood vessel imaging device (VID) and venous blood collection procedure on the pain and satisfaction level of the individual during phlebotomy. The randomized controlled experimental design study was carried out in a blood collection unit in a training and research hospital between 1-15 April 2022. The study sample was calculated as 100 people by power analysis and the method of drawing lots was applied to the groups. Data were collected using the patient identification form, visual analogue scale (VAS), and pain and satisfaction scales.

Inclusion Criteria:Individuals between the ages of 18-65,Who wanted peripheral vascular access,Volunteered to participate in the study,Did not have any pain complaints,Did not take analgesics in the last 12 hours,Could be contacted,Did not have obesity, dehydration, peripheral oedema, or a cancer diagnosis and did not need emergency intervention.Exclusion Criteria:Those who do not meet the criteria for admission