Asked by Justin Arita on Jun 29, 2024
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The left pupil of a patient fails to accommodate.This finding may reflect an abnormality in which cranial nerve?
A) CN III
B) CN V
C) CN VIII
D) CN X
CN III
Cranial Nerve III, also known as the oculomotor nerve, which controls most of the eye's movements and the constriction of the pupil.
Accommodate
To adjust or make allowances for something, often to meet a particular need or requirement.
- Apply competency in nursing inquiry methodologies, with a concentration on the examination of skin, nails, and cranial nerves.
Verified Answer
JE
Jessica EddingtonJul 04, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
CN III, also known as the oculomotor nerve, is responsible for controlling the movements of the eye muscles that control the pupil size and accommodation. A lesion or abnormality in CN III can lead to a failure of the pupil to constrict or enlarge appropriately in response to light and accommodation.
Learning Objectives
- Apply competency in nursing inquiry methodologies, with a concentration on the examination of skin, nails, and cranial nerves.
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