A regional nerve block is a targeted method for providing analgesia and is performed by injecting local anesthetic medication near specific nerves that control sensory innervation to a specific region of the body. Regional nerve blocks offer several advantages over local tissue infiltration. For instance, they are beneficial when local infiltration could cause tissue damage or distortion, particularly in delicate areas such as the face. Additionally, nerve blocks usually require a lower volume of anesthetic compared to local infiltration to achieve effective analgesia. The infraorbital nerve block is particularly effective for procedures involving the skin between the lower eyelid and upper lip, as well as for dental procedures on the maxillary teeth on the same side. This procedure can be performed using either an extraoral or intraoral approach, with the more commonly used intraoral method. The infraorbital nerve block technique specifically targets the branches of the maxillary nerve that innervate the midface. Indications for this block include wound closure, dental procedures, trigeminal neuralgia, and other midface procedures in patients contraindicated for general anesthesia. Care must be taken to avoid intravascular injection during the procedure. This activity outlines the indications, contraindications, and methodology for performing an infraorbital nerve block, emphasizing its practical application and effective use in various clinical settings. This activity emphasizes the importance of an interprofessional healthcare team in monitoring patients during an infraorbital nerve block, ensuring both patient safety and effective analgesia throughout the procedure.
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- Activity Link: https://www.statpearls.com/ArticleLibrary/viewarticle/25724
- Start Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- End Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- Credit Details: AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™️: 1.0 hours
Dentistry: 1.0 hours
Nursing: 1.0 hours
Pharmacy: 1.0 hours - MOC Credit Details: ABS - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Accredited CME (ABS)
ABPATH - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning (ABPATH)
ABA - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning (ABA)
ABS - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Self-Assessment (ABS)
ABP - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning and Self-Assessment (ABP)
ABOHNS - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Self-Assessment (ABOHNS) - Commercial Support: No
- Activity Type: Enduring Material
- CME Finder Type: Online Learning
- Fee to Participate: Variable
- Measured Outcome: Learner Knowledge, Learner/Team Competence
- Provider Ship: Directly Provided
- Registration: Open to all
- Specialty: All Practice Areas (e.g. ethics), Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, General Surgery, Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Trauma