A patient has tongue deviation to the right when protruded. Which nerve is damaged?
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Correct answer: Right hypoglossal nerve
The tongue deviates toward the side of hypoglossal nerve injury due to unopposed action of the contralateral genioglossus. This indicates right-sided damage.
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