Certified Neuroscience Registered Nurse (CNRN) Practice Exam

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Which situation indicates bilateral recurrent laryngeal nerve damage?

Weak voice
Laryngospasms
Difficulty swallowing
Impacted speech

The correct answer is: Laryngospasms

Bilateral recurrent laryngeal nerve damage is associated with a variety of symptoms that result from the loss of innervation to the muscles responsible for controlling the vocal cords. When this nerve is damaged on both sides, it can lead to significant issues with airway protection and phonation. Laryngospasms occur when the vocal cords involuntarily tense or spasm, temporarily obstructing airflow. This can be a direct consequence of impaired nerve function in the recurrent laryngeal nerves, as these nerves control the movements of the vocal cords. The spasms can lead to difficulty breathing and voice production, highlighting the functional impairment caused by the nerve damage. In contrast, weak voice, difficulty swallowing, and impacted speech can be symptomatic of other conditions or unilateral nerve damage, but they are not specifically indicative of bilateral recurrent laryngeal nerve damage.