Chapter 14, Problem 2CTQ

Summary Introduction

Case summary:

Nicky had a viral infection due to which she cannot move the muscles on the right side of her face, experiences a loss of taste and a dry mouth, and cannot close her right eye.

Characters in the case:

Nicky who had a viral infection.

Adequate information:

Her face muscles movement on the right side is hampered. She also experiences loss of taste, dry mouth, and cannot close her eyes.

To determine:

The damage caused to the cranial nerve by the viral infection.

Given information:

Muscles of the face are affected.