Lec 10 Nuclei Flashcards
1
Q
What is the Edinger Westphal nucleus?
A
Parasympathetics to the ciliary ganglion (so pupil constriction and near vision)
2
Q
What is the Superior Salivary nucleus: CN7 Salivation?
A
- submandibular and sublingual gland via Submandibular ganglion
- Lacrimal is with in Superior salivary; Lacrimal gland via pterygopalatine or sphenopalatine ganglion
3
Q
What is the Inferior Salivary nucleus: CN9 Salivation?
A
- Parotid gland via Otic ganglion
4
Q
What is the Nucleus of the solitary tract: CN 7,9,10?
A
Relays taste information in rostral portion (gustatory nuclei)
5
Q
What cranial nerves are in the nucleus of the solitary tract?
A
CN 7, 9, 10
Facial, glossopharyngeal, vagus
6
Q
What cranial nerve is associated with the superior salivary nucleus?
A
CN 7
Facial
7
Q
What cranial nerve is associated with the inferior salivary nucleus?
A
CN 9
Glossopharyngeal
