The parents of a newborn ask the nurse what caused the baby's facial nerve paralysis. The nurse's response is based on knowledge that this is caused by a(n):
a. genetic defect.
b. birth injury.
c. spinal cord injury.
d. inborn error of metabolism.
ANS: B
Pressure on the facial nerve during delivery may result in injury to cranial nerve VII, which can occur with birth injury. A genetic defect, spinal cord injury, or inborn error of metabolism would not cause facial paralysis.
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