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8. NEUROLOGIC EXAM cranial nerves:
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Miscellaneous CRAINIAL NERVE testing.

__ Test CN V motor function – palpate masseters bilaterally while patient bites down
__ Test CN V sensory function – demonstrate expected sensation before assessing. Ask patient whether they can feel a sharp point when touching their forehead, cheeks, and jaw. Test bilaterally and symmetrically at each level
__ Test CN VII motor function (upper division – keep eyelids closed against resistance and symmetrical movement on raised eyebrows)
__ Test CN VII motor function (lower division) – ask patient to show teeth or smile.
__ Test CN XI:  Check the strength of the sternocleidomastoid muscles bilaterally – ask patient to turn their head against resistance.
__ Test CN XI: Check strength of upper trapezius bilaterally – ask patient to shrug their shoulders against resistance 
__ Test CN XII:  Check tongue alignment and strength – ask patient to stick out tongue and push their tongue against the buccal mucosa from side to side
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