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  • Analgesics
  • Anesthetics, Local
  • Cervical Plexus Block
  • Patient Positioning

Cervical Plexus Block

The cervical plexus block is a regional anesthesia technique used for various surgical procedures and emergency department interventions involving the anterolateral neck, earlobe, clavicle, and acromioclavicular joint. This block provides dense anesthesia and analgesia in the distribution of C2 to C4 nerve roots. The technique can be performed using either a landmark-based or ultrasound-guided approach. The cervical plexus block requires proper patient positioning, sterile equipment, and local anesthetic administration alongside the posterior border of the sternocleidomastoid muscle. The superficial cervical plexus block significantly enhances patient care by providing effective pain management, reducing the need for systemic analgesics, and facilitating various procedures safely and expediently. This activity discusses the technique and clinical significance of the superficial cervical plexus block. Further, this activity also describes the role of the healthcare team in evaluating and managing care for patients who undergo this procedure. Effective interprofessional communication and coordination will be emphasized, ensuring seamless patient care and optimal outcomes. Overall, participation in this course enhances the team’s competence in providing safe, patient-centered care through the application of the superficial cervical plexus block.

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Credit types

AAPA Category 1 Credit™Up to 1.5 creditsAMA PRA Category 1 Credit™Up to 1.5 creditsNursingUp to 1.5 creditsPharmacyUp to 1.5 credits

MOC types

ABS — Accredited CMEUp to 1.5 pointsABOS — Accredited CMEUp to 1.5 pointsABA — Lifelong LearningUp to 1.5 pointsABTS — Accredited CMEUp to 1.5 pointsABIM — Medical KnowledgeUp to 1.5 pointsABS — Self-AssessmentUp to 1.5 pointsABP — Lifelong Learning and Self-AssessmentUp to 1.5 pointsABOHNS — Self-AssessmentUp to 1.5 pointsABTS — Self-AssessmentUp to 1.5 points

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No

Qualifies for MIPS

No

Target Specialties

Cross-Specialty

Relevant across 13 specialties.

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  • Article / monograph / reference
  • includes Online course / module
  • Credit · Up to 1.5 credits
  • MOC · Up to 1.5 points
  • Fee varies · this provider typically $49–98
  • Released
    Sep 1, 2026
  • Last day to claim credit
    Sep 1, 2029 3 years left

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