Multiple Choice
Which action should the nurse take when assessing a patient with trigeminal neuralgia?
A) Examine the mouth and teeth thoroughly.
B) Have the patient clench and relax the jaw and eyes.
C) Identify trigger zones by lightly touching the affected side.
D) Gently palpate the face to compare skin temperature bilaterally.
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