cranial nerves Flashcards
1
Q
CN I
A
olfactory nerve - sense of smell
2
Q
CN II
A
optic nerve - vision
3
Q
CN III
A
oculomotor nerve - controls eye movements (pupil dilation)
4
Q
CN IV
A
trochlear nerve - downward and inward eye movements
5
Q
CN V
A
trigeminal nerve - sensation in the face and control of chewing
6
Q
CN VI
A
abducens nerve - responsible for outward eye movement
7
Q
CN VII
A
facial nerve - facial expressions, taste sensation and control of tear and salivary glands
8
Q
CN III
A
Vestibulocochlear nerve - hearing and balance
9
Q
CN IX
A
glossopharyngeal nerve - Taste sensation, swallowing and control of salivary gland
10
Q
CN X
A
vagus nerve - sensation and control of digestive system, HR + RR
11
Q
CN XI
A
accessory nerve - control of neck and shoulder muscles
12
Q
CNXIII
A
hypoglossal nerve - control of tongue muscles
