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A patient has a severe case of hiccups. The physiscian injects an anesthetic solution into the neck about an inch above the clavicle. What nerve was injected and what is the result?

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User Tirth
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Thats right it's the phrenic nerve... Hope it helps;)
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User GatesDA
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The phrenic nerve! Is typically associated with hiccups

hope that helps:)
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User Maryann
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