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The central nervous system (CNS) consists of the cerebrum, cerebellum, brainstem, and ______.
The central nervous system (CNS) consists of the cerebrum, cerebellum, brainstem, and ______.
spinal cord
The peripheral nervous system (PNS) includes spinal nerves and sensory ______.
The peripheral nervous system (PNS) includes spinal nerves and sensory ______.
ganglia
The autonomic nervous system (ANS) is divided into sympathetic and ______ divisions.
The autonomic nervous system (ANS) is divided into sympathetic and ______ divisions.
parasympathetic
The optic nerve is responsible for transferring visual information from the retina to the vision centers of the brain via ______ impulses.
The optic nerve is responsible for transferring visual information from the retina to the vision centers of the brain via ______ impulses.
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The oculomotor nerve (CN III) is one of the cranial nerves that serve the ______.
The oculomotor nerve (CN III) is one of the cranial nerves that serve the ______.
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The ______ nerve innervates the superior oblique muscle.
The ______ nerve innervates the superior oblique muscle.
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The ______ nerve is primarily a motor nerve that directs the eyeball.
The ______ nerve is primarily a motor nerve that directs the eyeball.
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The ______ nerve is responsible for innervating the lateral rectus muscle.
The ______ nerve is responsible for innervating the lateral rectus muscle.
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A sign of trochlear nerve damage is ______, or double vision.
A sign of trochlear nerve damage is ______, or double vision.
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The ______ supercilii is a small, narrow, pyramidal muscle close to the eye.
The ______ supercilii is a small, narrow, pyramidal muscle close to the eye.
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The ______ muscle is involved in the pupillary light reflex.
The ______ muscle is involved in the pupillary light reflex.
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Bell’s palsy is caused by the ______ simplex I virus.
Bell’s palsy is caused by the ______ simplex I virus.
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The ______ system is involved in the accommodation reflex of the eye.
The ______ system is involved in the accommodation reflex of the eye.
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The lower eyelid droops and the corner of the mouth sags in ______ palsy.
The lower eyelid droops and the corner of the mouth sags in ______ palsy.
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The cranial nerve that connects to the eye and controls pupil constriction is ______.
The cranial nerve that connects to the eye and controls pupil constriction is ______.
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The trigeminal nerve, particularly the ophthalmic division, innervates the ______.
The trigeminal nerve, particularly the ophthalmic division, innervates the ______.
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The corrugator helps produce vertical wrinkles of the ______.
The corrugator helps produce vertical wrinkles of the ______.
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The ______ fibers are involved in the autonomic control of the ciliary muscle.
The ______ fibers are involved in the autonomic control of the ciliary muscle.
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A greater intensity of light causes the pupil to constrict, known as ______.
A greater intensity of light causes the pupil to constrict, known as ______.
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The simultaneous miosis in one eye due to increased retinal luminance in the other is called ______ light reflex.
The simultaneous miosis in one eye due to increased retinal luminance in the other is called ______ light reflex.
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A lower intensity of light causes the pupil to dilate, a process known as ______.
A lower intensity of light causes the pupil to dilate, a process known as ______.
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The latency of miosis is approximately ______ seconds.
The latency of miosis is approximately ______ seconds.
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Changes in pupil diameter can occur due to alterations in retinal luminance, accommodation, emotion, and ______.
Changes in pupil diameter can occur due to alterations in retinal luminance, accommodation, emotion, and ______.
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The trigeminal nerve carries sensory information from the ______ and scalp.
The trigeminal nerve carries sensory information from the ______ and scalp.
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The long ciliary branch of the nasociliary nerve supplies sympathetic fibers for pupil ______.
The long ciliary branch of the nasociliary nerve supplies sympathetic fibers for pupil ______.
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The trigeminal nerve divides into three branches before entering the orbit: lacrimal, ______, and nasociliary.
The trigeminal nerve divides into three branches before entering the orbit: lacrimal, ______, and nasociliary.
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Lacrimal, frontal, and nasociliary nerves are responsible for sensory innervation to the ______ gland and conjunctiva.
Lacrimal, frontal, and nasociliary nerves are responsible for sensory innervation to the ______ gland and conjunctiva.
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The orbicularis oculi muscle is responsible for ______ the eyelids.
The orbicularis oculi muscle is responsible for ______ the eyelids.
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Loss of function in the orbicularis oculi can lead to an inability to ______ the eye.
Loss of function in the orbicularis oculi can lead to an inability to ______ the eye.
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The trigeminal nerve supplies sensory innervation to the skin of the eyelids, eyebrow, forehead, and ______.
The trigeminal nerve supplies sensory innervation to the skin of the eyelids, eyebrow, forehead, and ______.
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The maxillary division of the trigeminal nerve provides sensory innervation to the inferior palpebral conjunctiva and that of the inferior ______.
The maxillary division of the trigeminal nerve provides sensory innervation to the inferior palpebral conjunctiva and that of the inferior ______.
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The retina ganglion cells (RGC) can be categorized into ON-center and ______-center.
The retina ganglion cells (RGC) can be categorized into ON-center and ______-center.
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RGC receptive fields can be influenced by ______ cells that determine the response type.
RGC receptive fields can be influenced by ______ cells that determine the response type.
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The fovea contains a tiny ______ tree and is responsible for sharp visual acuity.
The fovea contains a tiny ______ tree and is responsible for sharp visual acuity.
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The optic nerve is also known as cranial nerve ______.
The optic nerve is also known as cranial nerve ______.
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The oculomotor nerve is designated as cranial nerve ______.
The oculomotor nerve is designated as cranial nerve ______.
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The trigeminal nerve, responsible for sensation in the face, is known as cranial nerve ______.
The trigeminal nerve, responsible for sensation in the face, is known as cranial nerve ______.
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The cranial nerve responsible for lateral eye movement is the abducens nerve, which is cranial nerve ______.
The cranial nerve responsible for lateral eye movement is the abducens nerve, which is cranial nerve ______.
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Feedback ______ is a mechanism where the output of a system regulates its own activity.
Feedback ______ is a mechanism where the output of a system regulates its own activity.
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Study Notes
Nerve Supply to the Eye
- The eye is served by several cranial nerves and their branches.
- The objectives of the lecture included understanding sensory and motor pathways and describing the operation of cranial nerves affecting the eye.
- Cranial nerves include optic, oculomotor, trochlear, trigeminal, abducens, and facial nerves.
- The presentation reviewed the RGC receptive field, including its characteristics and the roles of glutamate's two modes of action.
Division of the Nervous System
- The nervous system is divided into central nervous system (CNS) and peripheral nervous system (PNS). The CNS includes the cerebrum, cerebellum, brainstem, and spinal cord. The PNS includes spinal nerves, sensory ganglia, and cranial nerves.
- The autonomic nervous system (ANS) is also a part of the nervous system and contains sympathetic and parasympathetic divisions.
Sensory and Motor Systems
- Sensory and motor systems work together to receive, process, and respond to information from the environment. These systems involve sensory organs, neurons, and brain regions coordinating these actions.
- Slides described the pathways and functions of the sensory and motor systems. Some key areas discussed include primary motor and sensory cortices, the central sulcus, frontal area, and Broca's/Wernicke's area.
- Visual pathways include the photoreceptors to the visual cortex.
- Diagrams showed the structure, functions of sensory and motor receptors
Cranial Nerves
- Cranial nerves are nerves that originate directly from the brain. The slides included a detailed discussion of the optic nerve (CN II) and its function which is purely sensory.
- Oculomotor nerves (CN III) innervate various eye muscles.
- Trochlear nerves (CN IV) innervate the superior oblique muscles.
- Trigeminal nerves (CN V) include three branches (ophthalmic, maxillary, and mandibular) and provide sensory and motor function.
- Abducens nerves (CN VI) control the lateral rectus muscle that moves the eye away from the nose.
- Facial nerves (CN VII) innervate muscles involved in facial expressions and taste.
- The presentation also covered detailed discussions of the functions of each cranial nerve, including both sensory and motor components.
- Each nerve controls particular muscles (or parts) in the eye and their specific functions.
Ocular Motor Nerves
- The oculomotor nerve (CN III) is responsible for controlling the pupil light reflex and accommodation reflex.
- Slides included diagrams and explanations of the different components of the oculomotor nerve's structure and function.
- The trochlear nerve (CN IV) controls the superior oblique muscle.
- The abducens nerve (CN VI) controls the lateral rectus muscle.
- The slides outlined detailed anatomic descriptions of the nerves relevant to eye functions through diagrams and textual components.
Nerve Supply to the Cornea
- The ophthalmic division of the trigeminal nerve (CN V1) provides sensory input to the cornea, including the nasociliary nerve and ciliary nerves.
- Ciliary nerves are involved in sensory innervation to the cornea.
- The long ciliary nerves innervate the cornea.
Summary of Cranial Nerves
- The presented information summarized cranial nerve functions, detailed components, and associated pathways, along with the summary of overall functions and impacts on the eye.
- The organization of the different cranial nerves (and their branches) was shown visually to highlight their distinct and interconnected function within the sensory and motors systems. The information presented detailed the anatomy, functioning, and signaling pathway through each cranial nerve.
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Test your knowledge on the central and peripheral nervous systems. This quiz covers essential topics such as cranial nerves, visual information processing, and nerve innervation. Perfect for students studying human anatomy and physiology.
