Which nursing actions are appropriate to assist in the assessment of CN V? (Select all that apply.)
A) Asking the patient to smile
B) Asking the patient to identify different tastes
C) Asking the patient to follow finger commands with the eyes
D) Testing the patient's response to cotton ball sensations on the face
E) Asking the patient to perform chewing movements on command

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CN V, the trigeminal nerve, is assessed by testing facial sensation (D) and motor functions like chewing (E).

Which Nursing Actions Are Appropriate to Assist in the Assessment