Bell's Palsy

Question 1

Bell’s palsy affects which cranial nerve?

Answer 1

Cranial nerve #7

Question 2

What does the client with Bell’s palsy suffer from?

Answer 2

Temporary facial paralysis that affects chewing, eating, and closing the eyes

Question 3

What is the treatment for Bell’s Palsy?

Answer 3

Wear eye patch at night
Use artificial tears
Wear glasses to protect the eye
*Steroids to reduce edema and swelling