A patient's uvula raises midline when she says "ahh," and she has a positive gag reflex. The nurse has just tested which cranial nerves?
a. IX and X
b. IX and XII
c. X and XII
d. XI and XII
ANS: A
Cranial nerves IX and X are being tested by having the patient say "ahh," noting the mobility of the uvula, and when assessing the patient's gag reflex.
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