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- General Anatomy Mcqsmedical-mcqs › general-anatomy-mcqs
- Published
- 10 Jul 2019
- Last updated
- 28 May 2026
Explanation
Applying pressure at the angle of the jaw to maintain a patent airway can compress the facial nerve (7th cranial nerve), making it the most likely nerve to be damaged in this scenario.
More General Anatomy Mcqs
Practice related questions from the same subject.
- 1.Which statement below accurately describes the anatomy of the pharynx?
- 2.Which of the following statements is incorrect?
- 3.Which statement below is accurate regarding the veins mentioned?
- 4.Which nerve provides the sensory innervation to the nasal cavity?
- 5.Which of the following arteries does NOT provide blood supply to the pharyngotympanic tube?
- 6.Which structures in the head and neck receive parasympathetic innervation?
- 7.The geniculate ganglion is primarily involved in which function?
- 8.Which cranial nerve does not contain parasympathetic fibers?