Which cranial nerve is assessed when the child is asked to imitate the examiner's wrinkled frown,wrinkled forehead,smile,and raised eyebrow?

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The facial nerve is assessed as described in the question.To assess the accessory nerve,the examiner palpates and notes the strength of the trapezius and sternocleidomastoid muscles against resistance.To assess the hypoglossal nerve,the examiner asks the child to stick out the tongue.To assess the trigeminal nerve,the child is asked to identify a wisp of cotton on the face.The corneal reflex and temporal and masseter muscle strength are evaluated.

Which Cranial Nerve Is Assessed When the Child Is Asked