During the Physical Assessment of the Client, the Nurse Notes

question 22

Multiple Choice

During the physical assessment of the client, the nurse notes that the client is able to shrug the shoulders bilaterally. Based on this data, which nerve is intact?

• A) Cranial nerve I (olfactory).
• B) Cranial nerve II (optic).
• C) Cranial nerve VII (facial).
• D) Cranial nerve XI (spinal accessory).

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