pons Flashcards
1
Q
what cranial nerves are associated with the pons
A
5,6,7,8
2
Q
what muscle does CN V communicate with to dampen sound?
A
tensor tympani muscle, affects the malleus
3
Q
what muscle does CN VII communicate with to dampen sound?
A
stapedius muscle, affects the stapes
4
Q
what is acoustic neuroma?
A
a tumor that grows at the cerebromedullary angle
5
Q
what vestibular changes can occur with acoustic neuroma?
A
change in perception of head position, spinning sensation, vertigo
6
Q
what irritative symptoms can a patient present with from acoustic neuroma?
A
tinnitus
7
Q
what nerve can specifically be affected by penecillin?
A
antibiotic toxicity affects CN VIII
