Cranial nerves Flashcards
1
Q
CN i
A
Olfactory
2
Q
CN ii
A
Optic
3
Q
CN iii
A
Oculomotor
4
Q
CN iv
A
Trochlear
5
Q
CN v
A
Trigeminal
6
Q
CN vi
A
Abducens
7
Q
CN vii
A
Facial
8
Q
CN viii
A
Vestibulocochlear
9
Q
CN ix
A
Glossopharyngeal
10
Q
CN x
A
Vagus
11
Q
CN xi
A
Accessory
12
Q
CN xii
A
Hypoglossal
13
Q
Which nerve is nicknamed the “wandering nerve”?
A
CN x - Vagus
14
Q
Which cranial nerve(s) constrict the pupils?
A
CN iii, oculomotor
15
Q
Which cranial nerve(s) stimulate the lacrimal gland?
A
CN vii, facial
16
Q
Which cranial nerve(s) control the flow of saliva?
A
CN vii, facial & CN ix, glossopharyngeal
17
Q
Whys is the vagus nerve (CN x) called the wandering nerve?
A
The vagus nerve (CN x) sends branches to the viscera. It constricts the bronchi, controls the heartbeat, stimulates peristalsis and secretion, and stimulates bile release
