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Which of the following cranial nerves arises from the posterior aspect of the midbrain?
Which of the following cranial nerves arises from the posterior aspect of the midbrain?
Which of the following is NOT a function of the brain stem?
Which of the following is NOT a function of the brain stem?
What is the cavity of the hindbrain called?
What is the cavity of the hindbrain called?
Study Notes
- Brain stem consists of medulla oblongata, pons, and midbrain.
- Fourth ventricle is the cavity of the hindbrain.
- Brain stem is a passage for ascending and descending tracts.
- Cranial nerves arise from different areas of the brain stem.
- Brain stem has sensory, motor, and parasympathetic nuclei.
- Brain stem has vital centers in reticular formation.
- Trochlear nerve arises from the posterior aspect of the midbrain.
- Hypoglossal nerve arises from the groove between the olive and pyramid.
- Medulla oblongata is divided into 4 levels/sections.
- Closed and opened medulla have different cavities and structures.
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Test your knowledge about the brain stem with this quiz! From the different structures that make up the brain stem to the functions it serves, this quiz covers it all. Learn about the cranial nerves that originate from the brain stem, the different levels of the medulla oblongata, and the role of the reticular formation. See how much you know about this vital part of the central nervous system by taking this quiz today!
