Dysfunction of the sternocleidomastoid muscle could result from damage to the
A)vagus nerve.
B)abducens nerve.
C)accessory nerve.
D)hypoglossal nerve.
E)facial nerve.

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The sternocleidomastoid muscle is innervated by the accessory nerve (CN XI). Dysfunction of this muscle can result from damage to the accessory nerve. Damage to the other nerves listed do not directly affect the sternocleidomastoid muscle.

Dysfunction of the Sternocleidomastoid Muscle Could Result from Damage to the