CN 1 Flashcards
1
Q
What tests are done to determine function of CN 1
A
Observation of external nose
Observe internal nose
Check sense of smell
2
Q
What scents should you use to test smell
A
Easily recognizable
Not harsh/irritating
3
Q
What is the term used to describe a complete loss of smell
A
Anosmia
4
Q
What is associated with Anosmia
A
Allergic rhinitis
Aging
Head trauma (causign cribiform plate to fracture)
Viruses
5
Q
What is a decrease of smell (but not total loss)
A
Hyposmia
6
Q
What is an increase of smell
A
Hyperosmia
7
Q
What is a perversion of smell
A
Parosmia
8
Q
What is abnormally disagreeable smell
A
Cacosmia
9
Q
A tumor in which lobe of the brain can cause compression of CN 1 and lead to a change in smell
A
Frontal lobe
