Objectives
After completing this both units, you should be able to achieve the following objectives:
Knowledge:
Unit I
To know the indications and contraindications to neonatal circumcision with penile nerve block analgesia
To know the risks and potential benefits of the procedure
To understand a correct procedure to perform penile nerve block analgesia and adjunctive measures for pain control
To understand a correct and safe method for performing neonatal circumcision with a Gomco clamp
To understand the common mistakes made in neonatal circumcision and how to avoid them
To know how to counsel the parents in proper postoperative care of the circumcised penis
Skills:
Unit I
To select the appropriate points to highlight when explaining potential benefits and risks of neonatal circumcision to parents as part of the consenting process
To properly organize the steps required to correctly perform a penile nerve block analgesia
To properly organize the steps required to correctly perform a neonatal circumcision with a Gomco clamp
To apply knowledge of penile nerve block analgesia and neonatal circumcision to a clinical scenario
Attitudes and Professionalism:
Unit I
To appreciate the importance of properly consenting parents prior to performing neonatal circumcision
To demonstrate confidence in applying knowledge of penile nerve block analgesia and neonatal circumcision to a clinical skills application
To appreciate the subtle details in correctly performing penile nerve block analgesia and neonatal circumcision
To appreciate the potential problems in performing a neonatal circumcision