Anatomical evaluation of the greater occipital nerve block using embalmed neonatal cadavers

Examines neonatal anatomy of the greater occipital nerve and artery using cadaveric dissection to inform safe and accurate nerve block techniques for paediatric analgesia.

Educational Objectives

Educational Aim:

To understand the anatomical location of the greater occipital nerve in neonates to improve safe and effective nerve block administration.

Educational Outcomes:
Upon completion of this module practitioners should have a clear understanding of:

1. Key anatomical landmarks for greater occipital nerve blocks in neonates.
2. The relationship between the greater occipital nerve and occipital artery.
3. How to apply anatomical knowledge to enhance safety in paediatric regional anaesthesia.

Instructions for this Module

• Read the supplied reading material and complete the quiz that follows;
• You have three attempts to pass the quiz;
• The pass grade is 70%;
• You need to pass the quiz to claim your CPD certificate;
• Please click on the CPD certificate link below to claim your CPD certificate and to update your CPD Manager.

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