Facial Nerve Paralysis Quiz
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What is the abbreviation for Facial Nerve Paralysis?

  • BNP
  • FNC
  • PNF
  • FNP (correct)

Why is an examination of the ear important in a facial nerve injury?

  • To rule out ear trauma as a cause (correct)
  • To evaluate balance issues
  • To check for ear infections
  • To assess hearing loss

What is Bell’s palsy?

  • A viral infection causing facial paralysis (correct)
  • A central facial nerve paralysis
  • A peripheral facial nerve paralysis
  • An allergic reaction leading to facial numbness

How can an insect bite cause a loss of facial nerve function?

<p>By introducing toxins that affect the nerve (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which structure receives taste sensation from the anterior 2/3 of the tongue?

<p>Chorda tympani (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the differences between peripheral and central facial nerve paralysis?

<p>Peripheral paralysis is due to damage to the facial nerve itself, while central paralysis is due to damage in the brain. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which nerve supplies the lacrimal gland and the nasal and palatal minor salivary glands?

<p>Greater superficial petrosal nerve (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which nerve is responsible for the taste sensation of the anterior 2/3 of the tongue and the submandibular and sublingual salivary glands?

<p>Chorda tympani (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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