Question

A 45-year-old man presents after falling and sustaining a displaced fractured neck of femur. He has severe pain despite repeated IV opioids. According to best practice, which regional analgesic technique can provide effective pain relief while awaiting surgery?

Accepted Answer

Fascia iliaca compartment block

Answer

Intercostal nerve block

Answer

Epidural anaesthesia

Answer

Digital nerve block

Answer

Interscalene brachial plexus block

Practice question

A 45-year-old man presents after falling and sustaining a displaced fractured neck of femur. He has severe pain despite repeated IV opioids. According to best practice, which regional analgesic technique can provide effective pain relief while awaiting surgery?