Here's another neuro assessment every FNP needs to know! The 11th cranial nerve (Accessory nerve) controls key neck and shoulder muscles vital for head movement and posture. Here’s how to test it in seconds: - Place one hand on the side of your patient’s head and ask them to push against it. Repeat on both sides to check strength. - Then, put both hands on their shoulders and have them shrug against your resistance. Assessing this nerve helps detect muscle weakness or nerve injury that can impac