Paralysis on the right side of the face could result from damage to the right ________ nerve.
A) vagus
B) facial
C) accessory
D) trigeminal
E) None of the choices are correct.

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The facial nerve (cranial nerve VII) is responsible for controlling the muscles of facial expression. Damage to the facial nerve can result in paralysis of the muscles on the same side of the face as the damage, leading to conditions such as Bell's palsy.

Paralysis on the Right Side of the Face Could Result