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Accessory Nerve
Nerve Function: Controls trapezius and sternocleidomastoid (SCM) muscles.
Inspection: Inspect the shoulders for asymmetry and atrophy
Trapezius Power: Ask the patient to shrug their shoulders against resistance
SCM Power: Ask the patient to turn their head to either side against resistance. Observe and palpate the SCM muscles.
CN XII Palsy
Left CN XII lesion (© Jenn Platt)
Bell’s Palsy
Bell’s Palsy (CN VII): Right UMN lesion (left) vs. Right LMN lesion (right) (© Ayalah Hutchins)
CN VI Palsy
Courtesy of Dr. Jonathan Micieli (Approach to Patient with Diplopia)
CN III Palsy
Courtesy of Dr. Jonathan Micieli (Approach to Patient with Diplopia)