10.31 Brainstem Nuclei Flashcards
1
Q
the oculomotor nuclei are located in what part of the brainstem?
A
the rostral midbrain
2
Q
the trochlear nuclei are located in what part of the brainstem?
A
the caudal midbrain
3
Q
the abducens nuclei are located in what part of the brainstem?
A
the caudal pons
4
Q
the hypoglossal nuclei are located in what part of the brainstem?
A
the rostral medulla
5
Q
the cranial nerve that leaves the dorsal side of the brainstem is the:
A
trochlear
CN4
6
Q
the hypoglossal nerve leaves the nucleus and travels between the ________________________ and the ___________
A
inferior olivary nucleus and the CST
7
Q
what are the cranial nerves that have nuclei right in the midline of the brainstem?
A
2, 4, 6, 12
