Question

which of the following procedures is a method of administering regional anesthetic?
a cerebrospinal fluid shunt
b laminectomy
c carotid endarterectomy
d nerve block

Explanation:

• A cerebrospinal fluid shunt is a surgical procedure to treat hydrocephalus (buildup of cerebrospinal fluid in the brain), not related to administering regional anesthetic.
• A laminectomy is a surgical procedure to remove part of the vertebral lamina to relieve pressure on the spinal cord or nerves, not for administering regional anesthetic.
• A carotid endarterectomy is a surgical procedure to remove plaque from the carotid artery to prevent stroke, not for administering regional anesthetic.
• A nerve block is a method of administering regional anesthetic. It involves injecting local anesthetic around a nerve or a group of nerves to block pain signals.

Answer:

D. nerve block