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Jaw jerk reflex
The jaw jerk reflex is a motor reflex used to test the status of a patient's trigeminal nerve (CN V). The mandible—-or lower jaw—-is tapped at a downward angle just below the lips at the chin while the mouth is held slightly open.
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