Which Substance Should Not Be Used in Assessing the Olfactory

question 63

Multiple Choice

Which substance should not be used in assessing the olfactory nerve because its odor can also stimulate the trigeminal nerve endings in the nasal mucus?

• A) cloves
• B) coffee
• C) camphor
• D) chocolate

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