Cranial Nerves Flashcards
1
Q
CN I contains what types of neurons?
A
Bipolar
2
Q
Specialized receptors for CN I are located where?
A
Olfactory mucosa
3
Q
What structure does the axons of CN I, bipolar neuron pass through?
A
Cribriform plate
4
Q
Where do the axons of 1st order CN I synapse on?
A
Olfactory bulb
5
Q
Where does the 2nd order neuron of CN I synapse at?
A
Primary olfactory cortex (prepyriform and entorhinal areas)
6
Q
Where does the primary olfactory cortex have connection to?
A
Hypothalamus, Limbic system
7
Q
What is unique about the CN I pathway?
A
It bypasses the thalamus
8
Q
CN II rods and cones are in what structure of the eye?
A
Retina
