Clinical Neuroscience Week 3 - Brainstem; Cranial Nerves (Hard)
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Which of these functions is NOT primarily controlled by the brainstem?

  • Regulation of heart rate and blood pressure
  • Coordination of voluntary movement (correct)
  • Control of breathing
  • Processing of sensory information from the body

    • What is the significance of the reticular activating system (RAS) in relation to human movement?

  • The RAS is the main pathway for motor commands from the brain to the muscles, facilitating movement execution.
  • The RAS directly controls muscle contractions, allowing for voluntary movement.
  • The RAS modulates muscle tone and reflexes, influencing movement smoothness and coordination. (correct)
  • The RAS transmits sensory information from the body to the motor cortex, enabling the initiation of movement.

    • Which of these structures is NOT a component of the brainstem?

  • Medulla
  • Pons
  • Midbrain
  • Thalamus (correct)

    • What is the primary function of the midbrain?

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    The statement that the brainstem is the oldest part of the brain and shares similar functions with certain reptiles and fish, indicates what important concept in evolution?

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    Which cranial nerve's nucleus lies within the midbrain and primarily controls eye movement?

    <p>Cranial Nerve III (Oculomotor) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of the red nucleus, a structure located in the midbrain?

    <p>Facilitating motor coordination and control, especially with walking (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What structure is located rostrally to the pons?

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    Which neurotransmitter is produced by the raphe nuclei, a group of cells within the reticular formation?

    <p>Serotonin (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which structure plays a vital role in connecting the third and fourth ventricles, and is often considered a hallmark feature of the midbrain?

    <p>Aqueduct of Sylvius (Cerebral Aqueduct) (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic posture associated with damage to the rostral aspect of the midbrain, where the arms are extended and the wrists are flexed, protruding laterally?

    <p>Decerebrate posturing (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the brainstem is responsible for relaying information to and from the brain and the body, serving as a pivot point for sensory and motor signals?

    <p>Medulla oblongata (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the corticospinal tract?

    <p>Pathway for movement signaling from the brain to muscles (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the anatomical relationship between the midbrain and the pons?

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    Which of these structures is NOT directly connected to the brainstem?

    <p>Hypothalamus (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is the locus coeruleus located, and what neurotransmitter does it produce?

    <p>Pons, norepinephrine (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these structures is involved in the perception of sound?

    <p>Olive nuclei (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the ascending reticular activating system (ARAS)?

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    What is the term for the crossing over of neural pathways, typically seen in the medulla oblongata?

    <p>Decussation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cranial nerve is responsible for controlling the lateral rectus muscle, which helps in moving the eye outward?

    <p>Cranial Nerve VI (Abducens) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the substantia nigra, a structure located in the midbrain?

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    A patient presents with a deviated uvula and difficulty swallowing. What cranial nerve is most likely affected?

    <p>Cranial Nerve X (Vagus) (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During a physical examination, a patient is unable to shrug their shoulders against resistance. Which cranial nerve is likely impaired?

    <p>Cranial Nerve XI (Spinal Accessory) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A patient is unable to stick out their tongue straight and it deviates to the right side. What cranial nerve is most likely affected?

    <p>Cranial Nerve XII (Hypoglossal) (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A patient presents with a loss of taste sensation on the posterior 2/3 of their tongue. Which cranial nerve is likely involved?

    <p>Cranial Nerve IX (Glossopharyngeal) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a function of the vagus nerve (CN X)?

    <p>Controlling eye movement (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A patient experiences a sudden loss of hearing in their right ear. Which of the following could be a possible cause based on the information provided?

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    What does the Weber test assess in relation to hearing?

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    Which cranial nerve is responsible for providing sensory information from the middle ear?

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    If a lesion is present on the left medullary pyramids, what would be the expected outcome in terms of motor function?

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    Which of the following statements accurately describes the function of the stylopharyngeus muscle?

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    What is the primary function of the ossicles in the middle ear?

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    Which of the following is a potential consequence of damage to the cochlear nerve?

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    A patient presents with a drooping of the left palate and a deviated uvula towards the right side. What is the most likely explanation?

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    Which cranial nerve is responsible for providing sensory information from the soft palate of the mouth?

    <p>Cranial Nerve IX (Glossopharyngeal) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a function of the glossopharyngeal nerve (CN IX)?

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    How does the Rinne test distinguish between conductive and sensorineural hearing loss?

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    Which function is generally associated with the cranial nerve nuclei that lie more laterally within the brainstem?

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    What major health consequence is typically associated with a quick insult to the brainstem?

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    What characteristic distinguishes the cranial nerves from other motor nerves in terms of myelination?

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    Which cranial nerve is linked with the sense of smell?

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    What type of deficits might occur with a lesion in the optic nerve?

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    What is the primary nuclei associated with the optic nerve?

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    Which artery is primarily responsible for supplying blood to the pons?

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    Which condition exemplifies a minimally conscious state resulting from brainstem injury?

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    What would be the likely visual field loss in a person with bitemporal hemianopsia?

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    What defines Bitemporal Hemianopsia?

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    Which nervous system function does the brainstem primarily regulate?

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    Which cranial nerve is primarily responsible for most eye movements except abduction?

    <p>Cranial Nerve III (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of shining a light in the pupil with respect to the pupillary light reflex?

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    Which specific muscle does the trochlear nerve primarily innervate?

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    What consequence would likely arise from a lesion in the trochlear nerve?

    <p>Double vision due to misalignment (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which location does the oculomotor nerve originate?

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    What effect does damage to the abducens nerve typically have?

    <p>Inability to abduct the eye (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cranial nerve crosses the midline before its function?

    <p>Cranial Nerve IV (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What would you expect when testing the pupil during the pupillary light reflex?

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    What is the primary sensory or motor function of the oculomotor nerve?

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    Which cranial nerve primarily influences the contralateral side of the body while the others receive input from both sides?

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    What is a hallmark sign of individuals experiencing cranial nerve deficits related to blood circulation?

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    What role does the pontine artery play in cranial nerve function?

    <p>Supplies blood to cranial nerves located in the brainstem (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cranial nerve is unique for crossing within the brainstem?

    <p>Trochlear (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In terms of cranial nerve lesions, what typically occurs if the injury is before the cranial nerve nuclei?

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    Which combination of cranial nerves is associated with taste sensation?

    <p>Facial and glossopharyngeal (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which symptom is not typically associated with injuries to cranial nerves 5, 7, 9, 10, 11, and 12?

    <p>Diplopia (double vision) (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which nerves are classified as pure motor nerves?

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    What condition is caused by a lesion affecting cranial nerve pathways before reaching the brainstem?

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    Which of the following nerves are considered mixed nerves?

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    What is the primary functional role of cranial nerve 3 (Oculomotor nerve)?

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    Where does cranial nerve 4 (Trochlear nerve) exit the brainstem?

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    What type of information does cranial nerve 5 (Trigeminal nerve) primarily relay?

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    What happens when there is damage to cranial nerve 7 (Facial nerve)?

    <p>Ipsilateral inability to move facial muscles (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cranial nerve is primarily involved in the corneal reflex?

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    What type of deficits should one expect with damage to the vestibulocochlear nerve (CN 8)?

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    Which muscle group is primarily innervated by the motor component of cranial nerve 5?

    <p>Muscles of mastication (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cranial nerve has a significant autonomic component affecting the lacrimal and salivary glands?

    <p>Cranial nerve 7 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cranial nerves primarily work together to allow tracking of visual stimuli?

    <p>CN 3, 4, and 6 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of sensory components does the trigeminal nerve include?

    <p>Ophthalmic, maxillary, and mandibular regions (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How would a lesion to the right side of the facial nerve presentation differ from that of a right hemisphere stroke?

    <p>Upper and lower facial droop on the left side (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary testing method for assessing cranial nerve 8 (Vestibulocochlear nerve)?

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    Which statement about cranial nerve 6 (Abducens nerve) is accurate?

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    Which cranial nerve is responsible for the sensation of taste in the anterior two-thirds of the tongue?

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    Flashcards

    Brainstem

    The oldest part of the brain, consisting of the midbrain, pons, and medulla.

    Midbrain

    The uppermost section of the brainstem, involved in vision, hearing, and motor control.

    Pons

    The middle section of the brainstem, acting as a bridge for signals between the cerebellum and the cerebrum.

    Medulla

    The lowermost part of the brainstem that controls vital functions like breathing and heart rate.

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    Reticular activating system

    Network in the brainstem regulating wakefulness and sleep-wake transitions.

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    Brainstem Functions

    Governs alertness, sleep, and attention; integrates sensory information.

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    Cranial Nerve Nuclei Location

    Medial nuclei relate to autonomic or motor functions; lateral for sensory functions.

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    Vascular Issues in Brainstem

    Rapid brainstem insults are often vascular in nature; can lead to disorders of consciousness.

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    Cranial Nerve I

    Olfactory nerve; responsible for smell; does not pass through thalamus.

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    Cranial Nerve II

    Optic nerve; responsible for visual acuity; part of upper motor neuron system.

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    Staged Consciousness Disorders

    Conditions like coma, vegetative state, and minimally conscious state result from brainstem damage.

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    Blood Supply to Brainstem

    Supplied by multiple arteries, including basilar and vertebral arteries.

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    Olfactory Nerve Testing

    Involves identifying smells to assess olfactory function.

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    Visual Deficits and Pituitary Gland

    Proximity of pituitary gland to optic chiasm can cause visual impairments if affected.

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    Bitemporal Hemianopsia

    Loss of vision in the outer half of both visual fields, often due to pituitary pressure.

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    Temporal Visual Field

    The portion of the visual field closest to the temples.

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    Nasal Visual Field

    The portion of the visual field closest to the nose.

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    Pupillary Light Reflex

    Constricts the pupil to protect against excessive light, mediated by the oculomotor nerve.

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    Trochlear Nerve Palsy

    Condition where the affected eye rests upward, associated with double vision.

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    Convergence Test

    A test for eye muscles where eyes are moved together towards a target.

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    Ipsilateral Deficit

    Loss of function on the same side as the nerve damage.

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    Cerebral Aqueduct

    A canal in the midbrain that connects the third and fourth ventricles.

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    Substantia Nigra

    Region in the midbrain that produces dopamine, crucial for movement control.

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    Decorticate Posturing

    Flexed arm posture towards the core, indicating severe brain damage.

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    Decerebrate Posturing

    Extended limbs with wrist flexion; signifies injury to the upper brainstem.

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    Medulla Oblongata

    Lowest part of the brainstem, controls autonomic functions and connects to the spinal cord.

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    Corticospinal Tract

    Major pathway for movement signaling from the brain to the body.

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    Reticular Formation

    Network of nuclei within the brainstem that regulates arousal and consciousness.

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    Neuron Transmitters

    Chemicals produced in the brain that communicate between neurons.

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    Thalamus

    Relay station in the brain that processes and transmits sensory information.

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    Crus Cerebri

    Part of the midbrain that contains motor fibers from the cortex to the pons.

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    Olive Nuclei

    Cluster of nuclei in the medulla that play a role in motor coordination.

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    Conductive Hearing Loss

    Hearing loss due to problems in the outer or middle ear.

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    Weber Test

    A hearing test using a tuning fork on the skull.

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    Rinne Test

    A hearing test comparing air conduction to bone conduction.

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    Sensorineural Hearing Loss

    Hearing loss due to damage to the inner ear or auditory nerve.

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    Cochlear Nerve Activation

    When hair cells bend, they activate the cochlear nerve.

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    Glossopharyngeal Nerve (CN 9)

    Nerve that affects taste and swallowing from the back of the tongue.

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    Vagus Nerve (CN 10)

    Nerve important for autonomic functions and gag reflex.

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    Palatal Droop

    Drooping of the soft palate due to a nerve lesion.

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    Spinal Accessory Nerve (CN 11)

    Nerve affecting shoulder elevation and neck rotation.

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    Hypoglossal Nerve (CN 12)

    Nerve controlling movement of the tongue.

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    Ipsilateral Damage Effects

    Damage typically results in deficits on the same side.

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    Medullary Pyramids

    Pathways in the brainstem influencing motor function.

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    Dysphasia

    Difficulty in speaking or understanding language.

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    Gag Reflex Test

    Tests sensory and motor functions of cranial nerves 9 and 10.

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    Cranial Nerve Testing

    Use ocular ROM to assess function of cranial nerves 3, 4, and 6.

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    Double Vision

    Visual impairment causing two images of a single object.

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    Trigeminal Nuclei

    Four nuclei in the trigeminal nerve: three sensory and one motor.

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    Sensory vs. Motor

    Trigeminal nerve has both sensory (face sensation) and motor (chewing) functions.

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    Corneal Reflex

    A reflex where touching the cornea causes blinking, involving cranial nerves.

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    Bell’s Palsy

    Condition causing facial droop due to facial nerve damage, affecting expression.

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    Rinne and Weber Test

    Tests for hearing function using tuning forks.

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    Ponto-Medullary Junction

    Where facial and vestibulocochlear nerves are located in the brainstem.

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    Wallenberg Syndrome

    A brainstem stroke affecting sensory and motor pathways, leading to symptoms like contralateral sensory loss.

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    Contralateral Deficits

    Loss of function or sensation on the opposite side of the body from where a lesion occurs.

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    Corticobulbar Tracts

    Pathways from the brain influencing cranial nerves, receiving input from both hemispheres.

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    Extracranial Nerves

    Nerves that control movement outside the cranial cavity, including eye movements.

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    Pure Sensory Nerves

    Cranial nerves that are only involved in sensory functions, like smell and vision.

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    Trochlear Nerve

    Cranial nerve 4, responsible for controlling downward and inward eye movements, unique for crossing in the brainstem.

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    Taste Nerves

    Cranial nerves involved in the sense of taste, specifically glossopharyngeal and facial nerves.

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    Parasympathetic Nerves

    Nerves that control involuntary functions such as heart rate and digestion, including oculomotor, facial, glossopharyngeal, and vagus.

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    Study Notes

    Brainstem

    • Comprised of the midbrain, pons, and medulla
    • Houses vital functions: cardiovascular and respiratory control, sleep regulation, head and neck motor and sensory function
    • Damage can be severe or lethal
    • Interacts with other CNS structures (thalamus, cerebellum, spinal cord)
    • Considered the "oldest" part of the brain, sharing functionalities with reptiles and fish
    • Cranial nerves attach to the brainstem

    Midbrain

    • Located superiorly to the pons
    • Contains the cerebral aqueduct (connecting third and fourth ventricles)
    • Key structures: crus cerebri (corticospinal tract), basis pedunculi, tegmentum, and tectum (involved in cranial nerve function and eye movement)
    • Contains cranial nerves III (oculomotor) and IV (trochlear) nuclei
    • Red nucleus: aids in motor coordination (walking)
    • Substantia nigra: produces dopamine, crucial for movement; Parkinson's disease involves substantia nigra dopamine loss
    • Axial Midbrain Section: superior colliculus, red nucleus, cerebral aqueduct(of Sylvius)
    • Decorticate posturing (arms flexed, legs extended) and decerebrate posturing (all limbs extended) occur with midbrain damage

    Pons

    • Located superior to the medulla, inferior to the midbrain
    • Links with the cerebellum.
    • Contains vertical tracts and cranial nerve nuclei V, VI, VII, VIII

    Medulla Oblongata

    • Located superior to the spinal cord, inferior to the pons
    • Contains nuclei for cranial nerves IX, X, XI, and XII
    • Vertical tracts (decussation) connecting brain and body for coordinating movement and sensation
    • Olive nuclei: aid in cerebellar function and sound perception

    Major Motor and Sensory Vertical Tracts

    • Brain's right side controls body's left side and vice versa
    • Corticospinal tract: pathway for movement signals
    • Sensory information from one side of the body travels up the vertical tracts to the opposite side (decides and cross over via medulla)

    Reticular Formation

    • Loose collection of nuclei spanning the brainstem and influencing cortex
    • Key Nuclei: Raphe nuclei (serotonin), locus coeruleus & medial reticular area (norepinephrine), longitudinal fasciculus, ventral tegmental area, pedunculopontine nucleus
    • Ascending reticular activating system: regulates alertness, sleep, and attention; influences consciousness levels

    Blood Supply (Brainstem)

    • Internal carotid, posterior communicating, posterior cerebral, superior cerebellar, pontine, basilar, labyrinthine, anterior inferior cerebellar, posterior inferior cerebellar, anterior spinal, and vertebral arteries.
    • Vertebral branches (anterior and posterior spinal arteries): medulla
    • Basilar and its branches (pontine arteries): pons
    • Posterior cerebral and posterior communicating arteries: midbrain
    • Vascular issues are a common cause of brainstem lesions.

    Cranial Nerves (General)

    • Lower motor neurons (except olfactory and optic), some contain motor, sensory or mixed functions
    • Lesions can lead to ipsilateral or contralateral deficits, depending on the nerve and location of the lesion.

    Cranial Nerve I (Olfactory)

    • Sensory; smell detection
    • Begins in nasal cavity, passes through cribriform plate to olfactory bulb and tracts to olfactory cortex
    • Bilateral function
    • Not a lower motor neuron

    Cranial Nerve II (Optic)

    • Sensory; vision.
    • Begins in the retina and goes through optic chasm then lateral geniculate nucleus in thalamus, finally ends in the primary visual cortex.
    • Part of upper motor neuron system
    • Lesions can cause ipsilateral or contralateral visual field deficits, depending on site

    Cranial Nerves III, IV, & VI (Extra-ocular eye movements)

    • All motor related to eye movement
    • III (Oculomotor): multiple eye muscles, pupil constriction (autonomic)
    • IV (Trochlear): superior oblique muscle
    • VI (Abducens): lateral rectus muscle

    Cranial Nerves V through XII

    • All involve complex functions
    • V (Trigeminal): sensory (face, sinuses, teeth) and motor (mastication)
    • VI (Facial): facial expression, taste (anterior 2/3 of tongue), glands
    • VIII (Vestibulocochlear): balance and hearing
    • IX (Glossopharyngeal): taste (posterior 2/3 of tongue), pharynx, carotid body
    • X (Vagus): pharynx, larynx, thoracic organs (parasympathetic), largest visceral afferent nerve
    • XI (Spinal Accessory): trapezius and sternocleidomastoid muscles
    • XII (Hypoglossal): tongue movement

    Clinical Applications

    • Midbrain damage: decorticate and decerebrate posturing
    • Cranial nerve lesions: visual deficits, speech difficulties, balance problems, facial paralysis, etc.
    • Stroke: various impairments
    • Bell's Palsy: facial paralysis
    • Wallenberg Syndrome (lateral medullary syndrome): Ipsilateral motor and sensory impairments

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