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In a man the abducens nerve is injured. Which one of the following functions will be affected?

Correct answer: A. Movement of the eyeball

  • A. Movement of the eyeball
  • B. Movement of the tongue
  • C. Swallowing
  • D. Movement of the neck

Explanation

Abducens is the sixth cranial nerve that innervates the external rectus muscle of the eyeball. It is responsible for turning the eye outwards. The movement of the tongue is controlled by the hypoglossal nerve. Neck movements are controlled by the facial nerve. Swallowing is done by the glossopharyngeal.

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