When a Patient Complains of Pain Associated with a Burn

question 3

Multiple Choice

When a patient complains of pain associated with a burn caused by hot coffee on the anterior dorsal surface of the tongue, which of the following nerves transmits this pain?

• A) Glossopharyngeal nerve
• B) Facial nerve
• C) Vestibulocochlear nerve
• D) Hypoglossal nerve

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