A 78-year-old male presents for a hospital follow-up, post-stroke, two days ago. During the neurologic portion of the physical exam, the patient cannot feel the cotton tip of an applicator as you brush it along his left forehead, cheek, and jaw on the left side of his face.Based on this scenario and physical exam findings, which of the following cranial nerves is most likely affected?Answers: A - DA. Cranial nerve 9B. Cranial nerve 12C. Cranial nerve 5D. Cranial nerve 7

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