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Which part of the tongue carries taste sensation innervated by the facial nerve?
Which part of the tongue carries taste sensation innervated by the facial nerve?
- Anterior 1/3
- Posterior 1/3
- Anterior 2/3 (correct)
- Posterior 2/3
Where is the nucleus of the facial nerve located?
Where is the nucleus of the facial nerve located?
- Cerebellum
- Midbrain
- Pons (correct)
- Medulla oblongata
After emerging from the internal auditory meatus, the facial nerve divides within which gland?
After emerging from the internal auditory meatus, the facial nerve divides within which gland?
- Thyroid gland
- Parotid gland (correct)
- Sublingual gland
- Submandibular gland
Which muscle receives a branch from the facial nerve within the facial canal?
Which muscle receives a branch from the facial nerve within the facial canal?
What causes paralysis of the lower half of the face in upper motor neurone facial lesion (supranuclear)?
What causes paralysis of the lower half of the face in upper motor neurone facial lesion (supranuclear)?
Which cranial nerve does the facial nerve emerge medial to at the lower border of pons?
Which cranial nerve does the facial nerve emerge medial to at the lower border of pons?
Which muscles are innervated by the facial nerve?
Which muscles are innervated by the facial nerve?
Which glands receive secretory fibers from the facial nerve?
Which glands receive secretory fibers from the facial nerve?
What is the most likely reason that the patient, despite the inability to move paralyzed muscles voluntarily, can still move the affected side on emotional excitement?
What is the most likely reason that the patient, despite the inability to move paralyzed muscles voluntarily, can still move the affected side on emotional excitement?
Based on the given information, what is a defining characteristic of Bell's Palsy?
Based on the given information, what is a defining characteristic of Bell's Palsy?
Why is exposure to cold or air drafts listed as a precipitating factor for Bell's Palsy?
Why is exposure to cold or air drafts listed as a precipitating factor for Bell's Palsy?
What pathology is associated with Bell's Palsy?
What pathology is associated with Bell's Palsy?
What clinical manifestation is typical of Bell's Palsy?
What clinical manifestation is typical of Bell's Palsy?
What is a potential complication associated with Bell's Palsy?
What is a potential complication associated with Bell's Palsy?
What treatment approach is recommended for approximately 60% of Bell's Palsy cases?
What treatment approach is recommended for approximately 60% of Bell's Palsy cases?
Why is treatment with acyclovir or valacyclovir indicated in some cases of Bell's Palsy?
Why is treatment with acyclovir or valacyclovir indicated in some cases of Bell's Palsy?
