While recovering at home from a total laryngectomy, a patient notices an increase in left shoulder weakness. This symptom is consistent with which of the following?

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Left shoulder weakness is a symptom commonly associated with damage to the spinal accessory nerve, which can occur during a laryngectomy surgery. It is important for the patient to inform their healthcare provider about this symptom as soon as possible to determine the appropriate treatment.

While Recovering at Home from a Total Laryngectomy, a Patient