CN VI: Abducens Nerve Flashcards

1
Q

From where does the nerve emerge?

A

Pontomedullary groove

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2
Q

Through what does the nerve exit?

A

Superior orbital fissure

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3
Q

Motor innervation/function?

A

Lateral rectus (moves eye laterally)

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4
Q

Pathology/disorders?

A

bilateral internal strabismus (cross-eyed)

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5
Q

How to test?

A

cardinal eye movement

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