The patient is a 66-year-old male who appears to be experiencing a stroke. When he opens his mouth and sticks out his tongue, the tongue points to the right instead of coming straight out of the mouth. Which of the cranial nerves could be impaired as a result of the stroke?
A) Hypoglossal nerve
B) Trochlear nerve
C) Glossopharyngeal nerve
D) Facial nerve
Answer: A) Hypoglossal nerve
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