Paralysis of the Soft Palate and Larynx, Hoarseness or Anesthesia

question 4

Multiple Choice

Paralysis of the soft palate and larynx, hoarseness or anesthesia of the larynx, and inability to speak and breathe because of paralysis of the vocal folds could indicate an impairment of the _____ nerve.

• A) vestibulocochlear
• B) facial
• C) glossopharyngeal
• D) vagus
• E) trochlear

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Definitions:

Inductive Donation

The transmission of charge through a chain of atoms in a molecule, affecting the molecule's electron distribution and reactivity.

Hyperconjugation

A stabilizing interaction that involves the delocalization of electrons by the overlap of σ orbitals with an adjacent π orbital or a vacant p orbital.

Carbenes

Reactive molecules featuring a divalent carbon atom with only six electrons in its valence shell, making them highly reactive.

Dimerize

To undergo a chemical reaction connecting two identical molecules to form a dimer.