Cranial nerves Flashcards
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Trochlear nerve (CN IV)
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Trigeminal nerve (CN V)
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Abducens (CN VI)
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Facial nerve (CN VII)
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Glassopharyngeal (CN IX)
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Vestibulocochlear (CN VIII)
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Vagus (CN X)
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ID CN I
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CN I- olfactory nerve
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Hypoglossal (CN XII)
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Accessory (CN XI)
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ID CN II
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CN II- optic nerve
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CN I is the _ nerve
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CN I is the olfactory nerve
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ID CN III
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CN III- oculomotor nerve
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CN II is the _ nerve
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CN II is the optic nerve
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CN III is the _ nerve
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CN III is the oculomotor nerve
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CN IV is the _ nerve
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CN IV is the trochlear nerve
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CN V is the _ nerve
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CN V is the trigeminal nerve
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CN VI is the _ nerve
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CN VI is the abducens nerve
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CN VII is the _ nerve
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CN VII is the facial nerve
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CN VIII is the _ nerve
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CN VIII is the vestibulocochlear nerve
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CN IX is the _ nerve
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CN IX is the glossopharyngeal nerve
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CN X is the _ nerve
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CN X is the vagus nerve
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CN XI is the _ nerve
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CN XI is the accessory nerve
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CN XII is the _ nerve
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CN XII is the hypoglossal nerve
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Which 4 cranial nerves are located *above the pons*?
1. Olfactory (CN I)
2. Optic (CN II)
3. Oculomotor (CN III)
4. Trochlear (CN IV)
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Which 4 cranial nerves *exit the pons*?
1. Trigeminal (CN V)
2. Abducens (CN VI)
3. Facial (CN VII)
4. Vestibulocochlear (CN VIII)
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Which 4 cranial nerves are *in the medulla*?
1. Glossopharyngeal (CN IX)
2. Vagus (CN X)
3. Accessory (CN XI)
4. Hypoglossal (CN XII)
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Which 4 cranial nerves are located *medially* in the brainstem?
1. Oculomotor (CN III)
2. Trochlear (CN IV)
3. Abducens (CN VI)
4. Hypoglossal (CN XII)
*Factors of 12*
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Eye motion is controlled by [cranial nerves]
Eye motion is controlled by **CN III, IV, VI**
* *Oculomotor, trochlear, abducens*
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Sight (sensory) is controlled by [cranial nerve]
Sight (sensory) is controlled by **CN II**
* *Optic nerve*
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Smell (sensory) is controlled by [cranial nerve]
Smell [sensory] is controlled by **CN I**
* *Olfactory nerve*
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Swallowing, including tongue motion is controlled by [cranial nerves]
Swallowing, including tongue motion is controlled by **CN IX, X, XII**
* *Glossopharyngeal, vagus, hypoglossal*
* CN VII for saliva
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Taste (sensory) is controlled by [cranial nerves]
Tase (sensory) is controlled by **CN VII, IX, X**
* *Facial, glossopharyngeal, vagus*
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Gastrointestinal motility is controlled by [cranial nerve]
Gastrointestinal motility is controlled by **CN X**
* *Vagus nerve*
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Hearing and balance (sensory) are controlled by [cranial nerve]
Hearing and balance (sensory) are controlled by **CN VIII**
* *Vestibulocochlear nerve*
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Touch (head) is controlled by [cranial nerves]
Touch (head) is controlled by **CN V, IX**
* *Trigeminal, glossopharyngeal nerves*
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Touch (mouth and throat) is controlled by [cranial nerves]
Touch (mouth and throat) is controlled by **CN V, VII, IX, X**
* *Trigeminal, facial, glossopharyngeal, vagus*
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Monitoring body functions like blood pressure, partial pressure of carbon dioxide/ oxygen is controlled by [cranial nerves]
Monitoring body functions like blood pressure, partial pressure of carbon dioxide/ oxygen is controlled by **CN IX, X**
* *Glossopharyngeal and vagus nerves*
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Baroreceptors and peripheral chemoreceptors are located in the _ and _
Baroreceptors and peripheral chemoreceptors are located in the **aortic arch** and **carotid sinuses**
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The aortic arch transmits information on arterial pressure and arterial PO2 via the [cranial nerve]
The aortic arch transmits information on arterial pressure and arterial PO2 via the **vagus nerve (CN X)**
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The carotid sinuses transmit information about arterial pressure and arterial PO2 via the [cranial nerve]
The carotid sinuses transmit information about arterial pressure and arterial PO2 via the **glossopharyngeal nerve (CN IX)**
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We have central chemoreceptors located in the [brain location] that respond to changes in PCO2 or pH
We have central chemoreceptors located in the **medulla** that respond to changes in PCO2 or pH
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CN IX and X transmit information on blood pressure and partial pressure of O2/CO2 from their respective receptors to the _
CN IX and X transmit information on blood pressure and partial pressure of O2/CO2 from their respective receptors to the **solitary nucleus of the medulla**
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Olfactory: [nerve classification]
Olfactory: **special sensory**
* *Smell*
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Optic: [nerve classification]
Optic: **special sensory**
* *Sight*
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Oculomotor: [nerve classification]
Oculomotor: **somatic motor** and **visceral motor (parasympathetic)**
* *Eye movement, eyelid elevation*
* *Pupil constriction, lens accommodation*
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Trochlear: [nerve classification]
Trochlear: **somatic motor**
* *Eye movement*
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Trigeminal: [nerve classification]
Trigeminal: **branchial motor** and **somatic sensory**
* *Chewing*
* *Pain, touch from face, anterior two-thirds of tongue*
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Abducens: [nerve classification]
Abducens: **somatic motor**
* *Eye movement*
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Facial: [nerve classification]
Facial: **branchial motor**, **visceral motor (parasympathetic)**, and **special sensory**
* *Movement of muscles for facial expression*
* *Tear secretion and salivation*
* *Taste (anterior two-thirds of tongue)*
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Vestibulocochlear: [nerve classification]
Vestibulocochlear: **special sensory**
* *Hearing and balance*
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Glossopharyngeal: [nerve classification]
All functions: **branchial motor, visceral motor (parasympathetic), somatic sensory, special sensory, visceral sensory**
* *Swallowing via stylopharyngeus*
* *Partotid (salivary gland)*
* *Sensation to posterior 1/3rd tongue, oropharynx, tympanic cavity*
* *Taste of posterior 1/3rd tongue*
* *Carotid body/arch*
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Vagus: [nerve classification]
All functions: **branchial motor, visceral motor (parasympathetic), somatic sensory, special sensory, visceral sensory**
* *Muscles of the palate, pharynx, larynx*
* *Heart rate (aortic arch)*
* *Abdominal organs*
* *Stimulating GI motility*
* *Taste from epiglottis*
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Accessory: [nerve classification]
Accessory: **somatic motor**
* *Shrugging, head turning*
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Hypoglossal: [nerve classification]
Hypoglossal: **somatic motor**
* *Tongue movement*
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Vagus nerve helps with [somatic efferent function]
Vagus nerve helps with **swallowing, coughing, speaking**
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Glossopharyngeal nerve helps with [somatic efferent function]
Glossopharyngeal nerve helps with **swallowing**
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Glossopharyngeal nerve helps with [autonomic efferent function]
Glossopharyngeal nerve helps with **salivation** (parasympathetic)
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Vagus nerve helps with [autonomic efferent function]
Vagus nerve helps with **stimulating GI tract, slowing heart rate**
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Glossopharyngeal and vagus nerves have general visceral afferent fibers in the _ and _ respectively
Glossopharyngeal and vagus nerves have general visceral afferent fibers in the **carotid body/sinus** and **aortic arch/heart** respectively
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Glossopharyngeal nerve carries somatic afferent information (pain, touch) from [locations]
Glossopharyngeal nerve carries somatic afferent information (pain, touch) from **upper pharynx, posterior one-third of tongue, tympanic membrane**
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Vagus nerve carries somatic afferent information (pain, touch) from [location]
Vagus nerve carries somatic afferent information (pain, touch) from **larynx**
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[Cranial nerve] is responsible for taste from the posterior one-third of the tongue
**Glossopharyngeal nerve** is responsible for taste from the posterior one-third of the tongue
* *Anterior two-thirds is facial nerve*
* *Vagus has minor role*
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To remember which cranial nerves have sensory, motor, or both functions use [mnemonic]
To remember which cranial nerves have sensory, motor, or both functions use **"Some say marry money but my brother says big brains matter most"**
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CN I exits the skull through the _
CN I exits the skull through the **cribiform plate of the ethmoid bone**
* *CN I is olfactory nerve*
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The olfactory nerve synapses in the _ before the signal moves to the _
The olfactory nerve synapses in the **olfactory bulb** before the signal moves to the **piriform cortex**
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_ is the only sensory nerve that does not have thalamus input
**CN I (olfactory nerve)** is the only sensory nerve that does not have thalamus input
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Olfactory is a [type] nerve
Olfactory is a **sensory** nerve
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Damage to CN I results in _
Damage to CN I results in **anosmia**
* *Trauma via skull fracture, infection, tumor*
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CN II is a [type] nerve
CN II is a **sensory nerve**
* *AKA optic nerve*
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CN II exits the skull at the _
CN II exits the skull at the **sphenoid bone (optic canal)**
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Right optic nerve compression would result in _
Right optic nerve compression would result in **total darkness on right**
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CN III is a [type] nerve
CN III is a **motor** nerve
* Oculomotor nerve
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Oculomotor nerve is responsible for which movements of the eye?
**Superior rectus**- up
**Inferior rectus**- down
**Medial rectus**- towards nose
**Inferior oblique**- superior rotation
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[CN] elevates the eyelid
**Oculomotor (CN III)** elevates the eyelid
* *Levator palpebrae*
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[Cranial nerve] controls pupillary constriction
**Oculomotor (CN III)** controls pupillary constriction
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Oculomotor palsy will look like _
Oculomotor palsy will look like ***eye down, out, dilated, ptosis***
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proper CN IV function is needed to look _
proper CN IV (trochlear) function is needed to look **down, in**
* *Helps you read a book or descend stairs*
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CN IV is a [type] nerve
CN IV is a **motor nerve**
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Trochlear nerve palsy looks like _
Trochlear nerve palsy looks like **eye tilted outward, head tilting away from affected side**
* *Associated with diplopia*
* *Difficulty going down the stairs or reading*
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Trigeminal is a [type] nerve
Trigeminal is a **sensory** and **motor** nerve
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The key sensory function of CN V is _
The key sensory function of CN V is **sensing touch, pain, temperature of the face**
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The trigeminal nerve is the largest CN with (3) divisions:
The trigeminal nerve is the largest CN with (3) divisions:
V1: **opthalamic**
V2: **maxillary**
V3: **mandibular**
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Nerve V1 is involved in _ reflex
Nerve V1 is involved in **corneal reflex**
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Trigeminal's main motor function is _
Trigeminal's main motor function is **chewing**
* *Muscles of mastication*
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Trigeminal palsy looks like...
Trigeminal palsy looks like...
* **Numb face**
* **Weak jaw**, deviates towards affected side
* **Neuralgia**, recurrent sharp pain
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Touching the eye for corneal reflex requires [CN] to sense, and [CN] for blink
Touching the eye for corneal reflex requires **CN V** to sense, and **CN VII** for blink
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CN VI is [type] nerve responsible for _
CN VI is **motor** nerve responsible for **lateral rectus**
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Abducens palsy looks like..
Abducens palsy looks like..
**Inability to laterally move affected eye, diplopia**
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CN VII is a [type] nerve
CN VII is a **motor** and **sensory** nerve
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What is the facial nerve responsible for?
Facial nerve:
* Muscles of facial expression
* Taste, salivation, lacrimation
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If the UMN of facial nerve is damaged (e.g MCA stroke) then..
If the UMN of facial nerve is damaged (e.g MCA stroke) then..
**upper face is intact, lower is affected**
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If the LMN of facial nerve is damaged then..
If the LMN of facial nerve is damaged then..
**whole half the face is affected**
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Loss of the (motor) corneal reflex suggests _ nerve palsy
Loss of the (motor) corneal reflex suggests **facial nerve** palsy
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Hyperacusis (patient cannot tolerate sounds) suggests _ nerve palsy
Hyperacusis (patient cannot tolerate sounds) suggests **facial nerve** palsy
* *The facial nerve innervates all muscles of the 2nd pharyngeal arch which includes the stapedius (middle ear muscle)*
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What sensory function is lost in facial nerve palsy?
Loss of taste anterior 2/3 tongue
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Bell's palsy is idiopathic mononeuropathy of [CN]
Bell's palsy is idiopathic mononeuropathy of **CN VII**
* Facial paralysis
* Can be caused by HSV-I, lyme, stroke, etc
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CN VIII is a [type] nerve
CN VIII is a **sensory** nerve
* *Vestibulocochlear nerve*
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[CN] is responsible for compensatory eye movements
**Vestibulocochlear nerve** is responsible for compensatory eye movements
* *Specifically the vestibular portion*
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Lesion to the vestibular portion of CN VIII will manifest as _
Lesion to the vestibular portion of CN VIII will manifest as **vertigo, nystagmus, disequilibrium**
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Lesion to the cochlear portion of CN VIII will manifest as _
Lesion to the cochlear portion of CN VIII will manifest as **tinnitus, hearing loss**
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"Dolls eye" or inability to keep the eyes fixed on an object while the head is rotated suggests a lesion of [CN]
"Dolls eye" or inability to keep the eyes fixed on an object while the head is rotated suggests a lesion of **CN VIII**
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CN IX is a [type] nerve
CN IX is a **sensory** and **motor** nerve
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Glassopharyngeal nerve is responsible for taste/sensation of [tongue region]
Glassopharyngeal nerve is responsible for taste/sensation of **posterior 1/3 tongue**
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Glassopharyngeal functions:
Glassopharyngeal functions:
* Taste
* Salivation
* Swallowing
* Elevates pharynx
* Carotid body/sinus
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Loss of gag reflex may indicate lesion of [CN] or [CN]
Loss of gag reflex may indicate lesion of **glassopharyngeal** or **vagus nerve**
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Loss of sensation over the upper pharynx/tonsils indicates lesion of [CN]
Loss of sensation over the upper pharynx/tonsils indicates lesion of **glossopharyngeal nerve**
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Inability to swallow is often a lesion of [CN] but may be from damage to [CN]
Inability to swallow is often a lesion of **vagus nerve** but may be from damage to **glossopharyngeal nerve**
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Vagus nerve palsy manifests as..
Vagus nerve palsy manifests as..
* Hoarseness, dyphagia, dysarthria
* Loss of gag reflex
* Loss of sensation to pharynx and larynx
* Weak side of palate collapses
* Uvula deviates away from affected side
* High heart rate
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"Kuh kuh kuh" tests [CN]
"Kuh kuh kuh" tests **CN X** (raising palate)
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"Mi mi mi" tests [CN]
"Mi mi mi" tests **CN VII** (moving lips)
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"La la la" tests [CN]
"La la la" tests **CN XII** (moving tongue)
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_ is a branch of the vagus nerve that can cause hoarseness if compressed
**Recurrent laryngeal nerve** is a branch of the vagus nerve that can cause hoarseness if compressed
* Located btwn the trachea and esophagus
* Left side wraps around aortic arch --> aortic dissection can affect nerve
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_ and _ are two muscles innvervated by CN XI
**Sternocleidomastoid** and **Trapezius** are two muscles innervated by CN XI
* Allow us to turn the head and shrug the shoulders
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Palsy of the accessory nerve would manifest as difficulty _ and _
Palsy of the accessory nerve would manifest as difficulty **turning head normal side** and **shoulder droop (affected side)**
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Accessory is a [type] nerve
Accessory is a **motor** nerve
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CN XII is a [type] nerve
CN XII is a **motor** nerve
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Lesion of CN XII would manifest as _
Lesion of CN XII would manifest as **protrusion of tongue towards affected side**
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Gag reflex involves [CN] to sense and [CN] to trigger gag
Gag reflex involves **CN IX** to sense and **CN X** to trigger gag
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In the pupillary reflex test, [CN] senses light, [CN] constricts the pupil
In the pupillary reflex test, **CN II** senses light, **CN III** constricts the pupil
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[CN] covers the posterior 1/3 of tongue, taste & sensation
**CN IX** covers the posterior 1/3 of tongue, taste & sensation
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Taste for anterior 2/3 tongue: [CN]
Sensation for anterior 2/3 tongue: [CN]
Taste for anterior 2/3 tongue: **CN VII**
Sensation for anterior 2/3 tongue: **V3**
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CN III, IV, V1, VI exit the skull at the _
CN III, IV, V1, VI exit the skull at the **superior orbital fossa**
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V2 exits the skull at the _
V2 exits the skull at the **foramen rotundum**
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V3 exits the skull at the _
V3 exits the skull at the **foramen ovale**
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VII, VIII exit the skull at the _
VII, VIII exit the skull at the **internal auditory meatus**
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IX, X, XI exit the skull at the _
IX, X, XI exit the skull at the **jugular foramen**
* *If you cut your jugular, call 9-1-1* (CN 9-11)
* *Descending XI*
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Ascending XI transverses the skull at the _
(Don't get confused, descending XI does go through jugular foramen)
Ascending XI transverses the skull at the **foramen magnum**
* *Along with the brainstem*
* *Brainstem's small accessory through the foramen magnum*
**(Don't get confused, descending XI does go through jugular foramen)**
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XII exits the skull through the _
XII exits the skull through the **hypoglossal canal**
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Name the (4) CNs that convey parasympathetic nerves
Name the (4) CNs that convey parasympathetic nerves:
1. **Oculomotor (CN III)**: pupil constriction
2. **Facial nerve (CN VII)** salivation, lacrimation
3. **Glossopharyngeal (CN IX)** salivation (parotid)
4. **Vagus (CN X)** heart rate, GI organs, acid secretion
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CN I and II attach to the brainstem at the _
CN I and II attach to the brainstem at the **forebrain**
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[Cranial nerves] attach to the midbrain
**Cranial nerves 3, 4** attach to the midbrain
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[CNs] attach to the pons
**CN 5, 6, 7, 8** attach to the pons
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[CNs] attach to the medulla
**CN 9, 10, 11, 12** attach to the medulla
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[CN nuclei] spans the entirety of the brainstem
**Sensory nucleus of the trigeminal (V)** spans the entirety of the brainstem
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Name 3 parts of the sensory nucleus of the trigeminal nerve:
Name 3 parts of the sensory nucleus of the trigeminal nerve:
1. **Mesencephalic nucleus**
2. **Main/ principle nucleus**
3. **Spinal nucleus**
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The mesencephalic nucleus (trigeminal sensory nucleus) is found in the [brainstem region]
The mesencephalic nucleus (trigeminal sensory nucleus) is found in the **midbrain**
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The main/ principle nucleus (trigeminal sensory nucleus) is found in the [brainstem region]
The main/ principle nucleus (trigeminal sensory nucleus) is found in the **pons**
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The spinal nucleus (trigeminal sensory nucleus) is found in the [brainstem region]
The spinal nucleus (trigeminal sensory nucleus) is found in the **pons and medulla**
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The nuclei of CN VIII are found in [brain stem region(s)]
The nuclei of CN VIII are found in **pons & medulla**
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The oculomotor nerve uses [two nuclei]
The oculomotor nerve uses **oculomotor motor nucleus** and **Edinger Westphal nucleus**
* *Sometimes collectively called the oculomotor complex*
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Most motor nerves to most eye muscles (and the eyelid) use [CN III nuceli]
Most motor nerves to most eye muscles (and the eyelid) use **oculomotor motor nucleus**
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Parasympathetic information from CN III travels from the [nucleus]
Parasympathetic information from CN III travels from the **Edinger Wesphal nucleus**
* *Innervating pupillary sphincter muscle, ciliary muscle*
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Constriction of the pupil is the job of [muscle] and [CN]
Constriction of the pupil is the job of **pupillary sphincter muscle** and **CN III**
* *This information goes through Edinger Wesphal nucleus*
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The oculomotor nerve exits the skull at the _
The oculomotor nerve exits the skull at the **superior orbital fissure**
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The trochlear nerve controls [eye muscle]
The trochlear nerve controls the **superior oblique**
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The superior oblique muscle helps the eyeball with [movement]
The superior oblique muscle helps the eyeball with **depression** and *abduction*
* *Damage to superior oblique makes it hard to read book or walk downstairs*
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The trochlear nerve arises from the [nucleus] in the [region of the brainstem]
The trochlear nerve arises from the **trochlear nucleus** in the **midbrain**
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_ is the only cranial nerve nucleus to originate on the contralateral side of the brainstem
**Trochlear nucleus** is the only cranial nerve nucleus to originate on the contralateral side of the brainstem
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The trochlear nerve is the only nerve that exits from the (ventral/dorsal) brainstem
The trochlear nerve is the only nerve that exits from the **dorsal** brainstem
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The abducens nerve innervates the [muscle]
The abducens nerve innervates the **lateral rectus**
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The abducens nerve arises from the [nucleus] in the [brainstem region]
The abducens nerve arises from the **abducens nucleus** in the **pons**
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[CN] abducts the eye
**CN VI (abducens)** abducts the eye (moving it laterally)
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V1, V2, and V3 all carry sensory information; only [nerve division] also carries brachial motor information
V1, V2, and V3 all carry sensory information; only **V3** also carries **brachial motor** information
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The trigeminal nerve has [#] nuclei called:
The trigeminal nerve has **2** nuclei called:
* **Sensory nucleus of the trigeminal**
* **Motor nucleus of the trigeminal**
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The trigeminal nerve carries brachial motor information to the [muscles]
The trigeminal nerve carries brachial motor information to the **muscles of mastication**
* *Specifically V3*
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The cell bodies of the trigeminal sensory nerves synapse at the [ganglion]
The cell bodies of the trigeminal sensory nerves synapse at the **trigeminal ganglion**
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The facial nerve carries branchial motor nerves to the [muscles]
The facial nerve carries branchial motor nerves to the **muscles of facial expression**
* *All muscles derived from the 2nd pharyngeal pouch*
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The facial nerve conveys information to/from (4) nuclei:
The facial nerve conveys information to/from (4) nuclei:
1. **Facial motor nucleus**
2. **Superior salivatory nucleus**
3. **Solitary nucleus**
4. **Sensory nucleus of trigeminal nerve**
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Motor nerves innervating the muscles of facial expression originate from [nucleus] in [location]
Motor nerves innervating the muscles of facial expression originate from **facial motor nucleus** in **pons**
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Innervation of the lacrimal gland, submandibular gland, and nasal gland originates from the [CN VII nucleus] in the [location]
Innervation of the lacrimal gland, submandibular gland, and nasal gland originates from the **superior salivatory nucleus** in the **pons**
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Taste from the anterior 2/3rds of the tongue is the job of [CN], it transmits to the [nucleus] in the [location]
Taste from the anterior 2/3rds of the tongue is the job of **facial nerve**, it transmits to the **solitary nucleus** in the **medulla**
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The facial nerve has an additional role to carry somatic sensory information from the ear to the [nucleus]
The **facial nerve** has an additional role to carry somatic sensory information from the ear to the **sensory nucleus of the trigeminal nerve**
*Not a typo, the facial nerve uses trigeminal nucleus*
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The facial nerve passes through the skull (temporal bone) at the [location]
The facial nerve passes through the skull (temporal bone) at the **internal acoustic meatus**
* Truly exits at the **stylomastoid foramen**
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The facial nerve innervates the muscles of facial expression to the (contra/ipsi) lateral side
The facial nerve innervates the muscles of facial expression to the **ipsilateral** side
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Facial nerve palsy can result in...
Facial nerve palsy can result in...
* Inability to *wrinkle forehead*
* Inability to *close eyes*
* Inability to *smile*
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The vestibulocochlear nerve is a dual function special sensory nerve, carrying [information] and [information]
The vestibulocochlear nerve is a dual function special sensory nerve, carrying **equilibrium/balance** and **hearing info**
* *Via the vestibular nerve and cochlear nerve respectively*
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The vestibulocochlear nerve uses two various nuclei, _ and _
The vestibulocochlear nerve uses two various nuclei, **vestibular nuclei** and **cochlear nuclei**
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All CN VIII nuclei are located in the [location]
All CN VIII nuclei are located in the **lower pons/upper medulla**
* *They ride the border*
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CN VIII exits the skull via the _
CN VIII exits the skull via the **internal acoustic meatus**
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The glassopharyngeal nerve uses (4) nuclei:
The glassopharyngeal nerve uses (4) nuclei:
* **Nucleus ambiguus**
* **Solitary nucleus**
* **Sensory nucleus of the trigeminal**
* **Inferior salivatory nucleus**
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The stylopharyngeus muscle (which lifts the larynx and pharynx) gets branchial motor innervation from [CN] originating from [nucleus]
The stylopharyngeus muscle (which lifts the larynx and pharynx) gets branchial motor innervation from **CN IX** originating from **nucleus ambiguus**
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Taste sensation of the posterior 1/3rd of the tongue projects into the [nucleus], carried by [CN]
Taste sensation of the posterior 1/3rd of the tongue projects into the **solitary nucleus**, carried by **glossopharyngeal nerve**
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Somatic sensation from the oropharynx and tympanic cavity is carried by [CN] and projects into the [nucleus]
Somatic sensation from the oropharynx and tympanic cavity is carried by **glossopharyngeal nerve** and projects into the **sensory nucleus of the trigeminal**
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Visceral sensation from the carotid body projects onto [CN IX nucleus]
Visceral sensation from the carotid body projects onto **solitary nucleus**
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Parasympathetic information to the parotid gland is carried by [CN] and projects from [nucleus]
Parasympathetic information to the parotid gland is carried by **glossopharyngeal nerve** and projects from **inferior salivatory nucleus**
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CN IX transverses the skull through the _
CN IX transverses the skull through the **jugular foramen**
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The vagus nerve uses (4) cranial nuclei:
The vagus nerve uses (4) cranial nuclei:
1. **Dorsal motor nucleus of the vagus**
2. **Solitary nucleus**
3. **Nucleus ambiguus**
4. **Sensory nucleus of V**
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The vagus nerve transmits parasympathetic info to the thoracic and abdominal organs from the [nucleus]
The vagus nerve transmits parasympathetic info to the thoracic and abdominal organs from the **dorsal motor nucleus of the vagus**
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Visceral sensory information carried by the vagus projects to the [nucleus]
Visceral sensory information carried by the vagus projects to the **solitary nucleus**
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Branchial motor nerves from the vagus originate from the [nucleus] and innervate the [muscles]
Branchial motor nerves from the vagus originate from the **nucleus ambiguus** and innervate the **muscles of the larynx, pharynx, and palate**
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The vagus also carries some somatic sensory information from the ear and meninges to the [nucleus]
The vagus also carries some somatic sensory information from the ear and meninges to the **sensory nucleus of V**
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The vagus nerve carries taste information from the _ and projects into the [nucleus]
The vagus nerve carries taste information from the **epiglottis** and projects into the **solitary nucleus**
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The vagus nerve exits the skull at the _
The vagus nerve exits the skull at the **jugular foramen**
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The spinal accessory nerve arised from the [nucleus] in the [location]
The spinal accessory nerve arised from the **accessory nucleus** in the **cervical spinal cord (C1-C5)**
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CN XI transverses the skull at the _
CN XI transverses the skull at the **jugular foramen**
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CN XII innervates [muscles]
CN XII innervates **muscles of the tongue**
* *Genioglossus, hypoglossus, styloglossus*
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CN XII originates from [nucleus] in the [location]
CN XII originates from **hypoglossal nucleus** in the **medulla**
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V1 exits the skull through the _
V1 exits the skull through the **superior orbital fissure**
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V2 exits the skull via the _
V2 exits the skull via the **foramen rotundum**
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V3 exits the skull via the _
V3 exits the skull via the **foramen ovale**
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CN IV exits the skull via _
CN IV exits the skull via **superior orbital fissure**
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CN VI exits the skull via _
CN VI exits the skull via **superior orbital fissure**
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The salivatory nuclei are found in the [brainstem region]; the [CN] projects to the inferior salivatory nucleus while the [CN] projects to the superior salivatory nucleus
The salivatory nuclei are found in the **pons**; the **glossopharyngeal nerve** projects to the *inferior salivatory nucleus* while the **facial nerve** projects to the *superior salivatory nucleus*
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The sensory nucleus of V receives projections from (4) cranial nerves:
The sensory nucleus of V receives projections from (4) cranial nerves: **V, VII, IX, X**
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The nucleus ambiguus sends (motor/sensory) information via the [CNs] and is found in the [location]
The nucleus ambiguus sends **motor** information via the **glossopharyngeal & vagus** and is found in the **medulla**
* *Motor info to the palate, pharynx, larynx*
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The solitary nucleus receives [2 types of information]
The solitary nucleus receives **taste & visceral sensation**
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The solitary nucleus receives input from [CNs]
The solitary nucleus receives input from **facial, glossopharyngeal, vagus**
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Point out general location of nuclei
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Point out general location of nuclei
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Point out general location of nuclei
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The oculomotor nerve synapses on the [ganglion]
The oculomotor nerve synapses on the **ciliary ganglion**
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The glossopharyngeal fibers from the inferior salivatory nucleus synapse at the [ganglion]
The glossopharyngeal fibers from the inferior salivatory nucleus synapse at the **otic ganglion**
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Some parasympathetic information to the head (specifically to the lacrimal and nasal glands) go through the [nerve] and [ganglion]
Some parasympathetic information to the head (specifically to the lacrimal and nasal glands) go through the **greater petrosal nerve** and **pterygopalatine ganglion**
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Parasympathetic nerves to the submandibular and sublingual glands can also travel via the [nerve] and [ganglion]
Parasympathetic nerves to the submandibular and sublingual glands can also travel via the **chorda tympani nerve** and **submandibular ganglion**
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The facial nerve *passes through* the internal acoustic meatus as part of its intracranial course, but ultimately *exits the skull* through the _
The facial nerve *passes through* the internal acoustic meatus as part of its intracranial course, but ultimately *exits the skull* through the **stylomastoid foramen**
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Name the 5 terminal branches of the facial nerve that innervate muscles of facial expression
*To zanzibar by motor car*
* **Temporal**
* **Zygomatic**
* **Buccal**
* **Mandibular**
* **Cervical**
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[Eye structure] is responsible for accommodation of lens for reading up close; innervated by oculomotor nerve
**Ciliary body** is responsible for accommodation of lens for reading up close; innervated by oculomotor nerve
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[CN] runs very close to the internal carotid artery in the cavernous sinus
**Abducens, CN VI** runs very close to the internal carotid artery in the cavernous sinus
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The [eye muscle] has both oculomotor and sympathetic innervation (smooth-muscle component); damage to either can cause ptosis
The **levator palpebrae** has both oculomotor and sympathetic innervation (smooth-muscle component); damage to either can cause ptosis
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Lateral rectus: [movement]
Medial rectus: [movement]
Lateral rectus: **abduction**
Medial rectus: **adduction**
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Superior rectus: [movement]
Inferior rectus: [movement]
Superior rectus: **elevation** + some adduction
Inferior rectus: **depression** + some adduction
* *To isolate muscles in eye exam, have patient look laterally and up/down*
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Muscles for full elevation:
Muscles for full depression:
Muscles for full elevation: **superior rectus + inferior oblique**
Muscles for full depression: **Inferior rectus + superior oblique**
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Superior oblique: [movement]
Inferior oblique: [movement]
Superior oblique: **depression + abduction**
Inferior oblique: **elevation + abduction**
* *To isolate for eye exam, ask patient to look medially and then up/down*
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Trochlear nerve (CN IV)
