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The motor cortical center is located in the ____ ____ (also called the primary motor cortex) of the ____ lobe, in the ____ hemisphere of the brain, specifically in the motor area (Brodmann area 4).

precentral gyrus, frontal, left

What are the anatomical structures of the peripheral olfactory brain? (Select all that apply)

  • Olfactory nerve (correct)
  • Olfactory bulb (correct)
  • Piriform cortex
  • Olfactory epithelium (correct)
  • Olfactory receptor neurons (correct)
  • Amygdala

Which of these are anatomical structures of the stria-pallid system? (Select all that apply)

  • Globus pallidus (correct)
  • Striatum (correct)
  • Subthalamic nucleus (correct)
  • Thalamus (correct)
  • Substantia nigra (correct)
  • Hippocampus
  • Cerebral cortex (correct)

What is the cavity of the telencephalon?

<p>The lateral ventricles</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Broca's aphasia, and what is it caused by?

<p>Broca's aphasia is a type of expressive aphasia, which is characterized by difficulty producing speech. It is caused by damage to Broca's area in the left frontal lobe.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What part of brain processes visual information?

<p>The occipital lobe</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where is the subcortical center of vision located?

<p>The superior colliculus of the midbrain</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where is the subcortical center of hearing located?

<p>The inferior colliculus of the midbrain</p> Signup and view all the answers

What tract is involved in the extrapyramidal pathway for visual and auditory reflexes?

<p>The tectospinal tract</p> Signup and view all the answers

What connects the third and fourth ventricles, and what can happen if it is obstructed?

<p>The aqueduct of Sylvius. Obstruction can lead to hydrocephalus, a condition where cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) accumulates in the ventricles, causing increased intracranial pressure.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the likely cause of changes in fingers, nose, and ears, and what is it called?

<p>Damage to the pituitary gland or hypothalamus. This condition is called acromegaly.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What gland is involved in regulating the sleep-wake cycle, and what is the structure called when it is disrupted?

<p>The pineal gland. Premature puberty.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What part of the brain is responsible for the pupillary reflex?

<p>The Edinger-Westphal nucleus in the midbrain.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of these structures belong to the limbic system in the diencephalon? (Select all that apply)

<p>Hypothalamus (A), Cingulate gyrus (B), Fornix (D), Thalamus (E)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which are cisterns of the subarachnoid space? (Select all that apply)

<p>Lumbar cistern (A), Cerebellopontine cistern (B), Pontine cistern (C), Cisterna magna (D), Interpeduncular cistern (E)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What motor pathways involved in central paralysis? (Select all that apply)

<p>Corticospinal tract (A), Reticulospinal tract (B), Rubrospinal tract (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What nerve is checked at the supraorbital notch?

<p>Ophthalmic nerve (V1)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What nerve is checked at the infraorbital foramen?

<p>Maxillary nerve (V2)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What nerve is checked at the mental foramen?

<p>Mandibular nerve (V3)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens when the lacrimal gland is affected with lesions of the trigeminal nerve?

<p>Dry eye</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens when the mandibular nerve is affected with lesions of the trigeminal nerve?

<p>Reduced salivation</p> Signup and view all the answers

What nerve is affected when the body of the jaw is fractured?

<p>The inferior alveolar nerve</p> Signup and view all the answers

What nerve is affected by inflammation of the parotid gland, and what condition is this called?

<p>Facial nerve, infectious parotitis.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the anatomical explanation for the muscle paralysis caused by hypothermia?

<p>The facial nerve controls various facial muscles. Hypothermia can cause damage to the facial nerve, leading to paralysis of the facial muscles.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which muscles are affected by paralysis of the facial nerve? (Select all that apply)

<p>Zygomaticus major (A), Buccinator (B), Orbicularis oculi (C), Frontalis (D), Zygomaticus minor (E)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the branches of the facial nerve?

<p>Temporal, zygomatic, buccal, marginal mandibular, and cervical branches.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the muscles controlled by the oculomotor nerve?

<p>Levator palpebrae superioris, sphincter pupillae, medial rectus, superior rectus, inferior rectus, and inferior oblique</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the external auditory canal?

<p>The tube leading to the eardrum.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of these cranial nerves are located in the pons? (Select all that apply)

<p>Trigeminal nerve (A), Abducens nerve (B), Facial nerve (C), Vestibulocochlear nerve (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens to visual information when the occipital lobe is damaged?

<p>Visual disturbances, such as blindness or visual field defects.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the anatomical explanation of why the pupillary reflex remains intact despite damage to the occipital lobe?

<p>The pupillary reflex pathway is independent of the visual processing pathway.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is the Valsalva maneuver not recommended for colds of the upper respiratory tract?

<p>The Valsalva maneuver increases pressure in the upper respiratory tract, which can force infected material into the middle ear or sinuses, worsening inflammation or causing infection spread. It can also exacerbate a blocked Eustachian tube.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of these are bony landmarks used to determine the serial number of ribs on the anterior surface of the chest? (Select all that apply)

<p>Sternum (A), Clavicle (B), Costal arch (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the anatomical basis for the formation of the sternum angle?

<p>The junction of the manubrium and body of the sternum</p> Signup and view all the answers

What bony landmarks are used to determine the serial number of ribs on the posterior surface of the chest?

<p>The spinous processes of the seventh cervical, all thoracic vertebrae, and the lower angle of the scapula.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the absence of the xiphoid process in a 4-year-old child?

<p>It is normal. Full ossification occurs around the age of 40 years.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Location of the motor cortical center

The motor cortical center is located in the precentral gyrus (primary motor cortex) of the frontal lobe, specifically in Brodmann area 4. The left hemisphere controls the right side of the body, explaining the paralysis on the right side.

Peripheral olfactory system

The peripheral olfactory system includes the olfactory epithelium, olfactory receptor neurons, olfactory bulb, and olfactory nerve (cranial nerve I).

Central olfactory brain

The central olfactory brain structures include the olfactory bulb, olfactory tract, and olfactory cortex (piriform cortex, amygdala).

Anatomical structures of the stria-pallid system

The striatum (caudate nucleus and putamen), globus pallidus (internal and external segments), subthalamic nucleus, substantia nigra, thalamus, and cerebral cortex are involved.

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Cavity of the telencephalon

The cavity of the telencephalon is the lateral ventricles.

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Anatomical structures of the telencephalon cavity

The telencephalon cavity includes the lateral ventricles, foramens of Monro, caudate nucleus, putamen, and corpus callosum.

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Speech issues: anatomical and functional explanation

Broca's aphasia (expressive aphasia) results from damage to Broca's area in the left frontal lobe, responsible for speech production.

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Location of the motor center of speech articulation

Broca's area is located in the posterior part of the frontal gyrus (Brodmann areas 44 and 45) in the left hemisphere.

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Visual dysfunction in occipital lobe damage

Damage to the occipital lobe affects the visual cortex, which processes visual information. This leads to visual dysfunctions like blindness or visual field deficits.

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Pupillary reflex and occipital lobe damage

The pupillary reflex is controlled by the midbrain (Edinger-Westphal nucleus), which is independent of the occipital lobe.

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Subcortical centers of vision and hearing

The subcortical center of vision is located in the superior colliculus of the midbrain. The subcortical center for hearing is in the inferior colliculus.

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Extrapyramidal pathway for visual and auditory reflexes

The tectospinal tract, originating in the superior colliculus, helps with motor responses to visual and auditory stimuli, facilitating quick reflexes.

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Outcome of obstruction of the aqueduct of Sylvius

Obstruction of the aqueduct of Sylvius (cerebral aqueduct), connecting the third and fourth ventricles, can lead to hydrocephalus, a buildup of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) in the ventricles, causing increased intracranial pressure.

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Brain region damaged with changes in fingers, nose, and ears

Damage to the pituitary gland or hypothalamus, specifically the somatotrophic centers, is likely responsible for growth hormone abnormalities, leading to acromegaly.

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Premature puberty and epithalamus tumor

A tumor in the epithalamus (pineal gland) can disrupt hormonal regulation and lead to premature puberty (precocious puberty), as the pineal gland produces melatonin, which influences the sleep-wake cycle.

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Structures of the epithalamus

The epithalamus includes the pineal gland, habenular nuclei, and the stria medullaris.

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Anatomical explanation for the pupillary reflex

Light entering the eye stimulates retinal ganglion cells, sending signals to the optic nerve, then to the pretectal area of the midbrain, which communicates with the oculomotor nerve to constrict the pupil.

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Nerve that constricts the pupil

The oculomotor nerve (CN III), originating from the Edinger-Westphal nucleus in the midbrain, constricts the pupil.

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Morphological structures of the diencephalon that belong to the limbic system

The diencephalon (thalamus, hypothalamus, fornix, and cingulate gyrus) contains structures that are part of the limbic system.

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Cisterns of the subarachnoid space

The cisterns of the subarachnoid space include: cisterna magna, pontine cistern, interpeduncular cistern, cerebellopontine cistern, and lumbar cistern.

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Motor pathways involved in central paralysis

The corticospinal tract (pyramidal tract) and the extrapyramidal pathways (rubrospinal and reticulospinal tracts) are involved in central paralysis.

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Columns of the spinal cord where motor pathways pass

These motor pathways primarily pass through the lateral and anterior columns of the spinal cord.

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Cranial nerve nuclei located in the pons

The pons houses the trigeminal nerve (sensory and motor nuclei), abducens nerve (motor nucleus), facial nerve (motor and sensory nuclei), and vestibulocochlear nerve (sensory nuclei).

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Cranial nerve and branches checked by pressing on the face

The trigeminal nerve (V) is checked by pressing on the supraorbital notch (V1), infraorbital foramen (V2), and mental foramen (V3) to assess sensory function.

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Determining pressure points for trigeminal nerve branches

The supraorbital notch is located above the orbit on the forehead. The infraorbital foramen is below the orbit. The mental foramen is on the chin.

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Lacrimal gland dysfunction in trigeminal nerve lesions

The trigeminal nerve (V) provides sensory innervation to the lacrimal gland. Its parasympathetic fibers, via the facial nerve (VII), control tear production. Damage to V1 or V2 can affect lacrimal gland sensory input, leading to dry eyes.

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Salivary gland dysfunction in trigeminal nerve lesions

Parasympathetic fibers controlling the submandibular and sublingual salivary glands travel with V3 through the chorda tympani branch of the facial nerve. Damage to V3 disrupts these fibers, reducing salivation.

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Fracture of the lower jaw and nerve damage

The inferior alveolar nerve, a branch of the mandibular nerve (V3), provides sensory innervation to the chin, lower lip, gums, and teeth. A mandibular fracture can compress or damage this nerve, leading to loss of sensation in these areas.

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Facial paralysis due to mumps (infectious parotitis)

The facial nerve (VII) passes through the parotid gland. Inflammation during mumps can compress or damage the facial nerve, leading to facial muscle paralysis.

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Facial muscle paralysis after hypothermia

Hypothermia can cause damage to the facial nerve (VII), leading to paralysis of muscles like the frontalis (forehead), orbicularis oculi (eyelid), zygomaticus (cheek), buccinator (cheek), and platysma (neck), resulting in functional disorders.

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Facial nerve branches and incision locations

The branches of the facial nerve (temporal, zygomatic, buccal, marginal mandibular, and cervical) correspond to the fan-shaped incisions made along its distribution.

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Oculomotor nerve lesion and symptoms

The oculomotor nerve (III) innervates the levator palpebrae superioris (upper eyelid), sphincter pupillae (pupil), medial rectus, superior rectus, inferior rectus, and inferior oblique muscles. Damage to these muscles causes ptosis, mydriasis, and divergent strabismus.

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Structure of the auricle

The auricle (pinna) consists of elastic cartilage, skin, the lobule (without cartilage), and the external auditory canal.

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Cranial nerve nuclei in the pons

The pons houses the nuclei of the trigeminal (sensory and motor), abducens (motor), facial (motor and sensory), and vestibulocochlear (sensory) nerves.

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Brain damage in the occipital lobe and pupillary reflex

Damage to the occipital lobe affects the visual cortex, leading to visual disturbances, but does not affect the pupillary reflex, as this reflex is controlled by the midbrain (pretectal area and oculomotor nerve).

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Valsalva maneuver in upper respiratory tract infections

The Valsalva maneuver increases pressure in the upper respiratory tract, which can worsen inflammation or spread infection by forcing infected material into the middle ear or sinuses. It can also exacerbate a blocked Eustachian tube.

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Study Notes

Alpha Q Anatomy Study Notes

  • This document is a study guide for a final exam.
  • The exam will include multiple-choice questions.
  • The questions will be based on the provided material.
  • The material includes information on the location of the motor cortical center, anatomical formations related to smell, anatomical structures of the stria-pallid system, cavity of the telencephalon, anatomical and functional explanation of speech issues, visual dysfunction in occipital lobe damage, subcortical center and extrapyramidal pathway, outcome of aqueduct of Sylvius obstruction, brain region damaged in the patient with changes, premature puberty and epithalamus tumor, pupillary reflex and its pathway, morphological structures of the diencephalon belonging to the limbic system, cisterns of the subarachnoid space, motor pathways and spinal cord columns, cranial nerve nuclei located in the pons, cranial nerve and branches checked, lacrimal and salivary gland dysfunction in trigeminal nerve lesions, fracture of lower jaw and nerve damage, facial paralysis, facial muscle paralysis after hypothermia, facial nerve branches and incision locations and more.
  • The material covers anatomical locations, structures, and functions, including specific areas like Broca's area, the olfactory system, and visual processing in the occipital lobe.
  • Several important nerves and pathways are discussed, like the oculomotor nerve, trigeminal nerve, facial nerve, etc.
  • The study material details different pathologies and their relationship to anatomical damage.
  • The document includes details on various parts of the brain and associated nerves.
  • The document covers the anatomical structures and functions of different parts of the nervous system, including the central pathways and specific anatomical locations.
  • The material details anatomical regions, including the diencephalon, limbic system, subarachnoid space, and cranial nerves.
  • It also covers different conditions and their impact on specific anatomical structures and functions.
  • Specific anatomical structures and their associated functions are outlined, including the role of different nerves in speech production, pupillary reaction, etc.
  • The study guide identifies structures responsible for visual processing, emotional control, and movement coordination.

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Prepare for your final exam with this comprehensive study guide on anatomy. The material covers critical topics including motor cortical centers, visual dysfunction, and cranial nerve nuclei. Ensure you're ready to tackle multiple-choice questions based on this vital anatomical knowledge.

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