SAQ 1794 – Regional block for plantar foot lacerations

A patient presents after sustaining multiple lacerations to the sole of the foot from oyster shells while walking on the beach. You wish to perform a regional block to the plantar aspect of the foot.

Name the three nerves involved and describe their cutaneous distribution.

(Marked out of 3.0)

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State where local anaesthetic should be inserted to anaesthetise these regions.

(Marked out of 3.0)

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List four other issues to address before discharge, including drug doses where appropriate.

(Marked out of 4.0)

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