BRAIN
CRANIAL NERVES
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Question
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What nerve has motor fibers to control tongue movements and send impulses from the tongue?
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Hypoglossal
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Glossopharyngeal
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Accessory
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Optic
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -The hypoglossal nerve innervates the muscles of the tongue and is involved in tongue movements during speech, food manipulation, and swallowing.
Detailed explanation-2: -Objective: Hypoglossal nerve stimulation (HGNS) is an effective treatment for patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) who fail continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP).
Detailed explanation-3: -Hypoglossal nerve (XII): Primarily a motor nerve. This nerve carries impulses to the muscles that move and position the tongue.
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