Had a patient today who absolutely refused to let us start an IV. Finally, I told him it’s either that or I bring out the catheter — and he laughed so hard he let us do it! Anyone else?
I’ve had patients go the same route! Sometimes a little humor is all it takes. What’s your go-to line to break the ice? 
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I remember a similar situation where a patient was adamant about avoiding the IV — i told them, ‘The more you fight it, the longer it’ll take!’ Sometimes you just need to be frank. What’s worked for you in the past to get them on board without a showdown?