A Patient Who Received a Blow to the Side of the Skull

question 86

Multiple Choice

A patient who received a blow to the side of the skull exhibits the following signs and symptoms on that side of the face: he is unable to close his eye,and the corner of his mouth droops.Which cranial nerve has been damaged?

• A) hypoglossal
• B) accessory
• C) glossopharyngeal
• D) facial

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