Bell Palsy
Paralysis of Cranial Nerve 7 (Facial nerve)
- “Bell palsy is the most common peripheral paralysis of the seventh cranial nerve, with an onset that is rapid and unilateral1.”
- “This is an idiopathic condition causing partial or complete weakness of one-half of the face along with changes in taste, sensitivity to sound, and alteration in lacrimation and salivation1.”
- “This activity illustrates the evaluation and management of Bell palsy and explains the role of the interprofessional team in improving care for patients with this condition1.”
References
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Warner MJ, Hutchison J, Varacallo M. Bell Palsy. In: StatPearls. StatPearls Publishing; 2024. Accessed January 25, 2024. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK482290/
Citation
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