The nurse is caring for a client with Bell's palsy. The nurse most likely expects which finding(s) on assessment? Select all that apply.
1. Change in lacrimation on the affected side
2. Electric shock-like pain in the lips and gums
3. Flattening of the nasolabial fold
4. Inability to smile symmetrically
5. Severe facial pain along the cheekbone
Answer: 1,3,4
1. Change in lacrimation on the affected side
3. Flattening of the nasolabial fold
4. Inability to smile symmetrically
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