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What is the function of the gray ramus communicans?

  • To carry preganglionic sympathetic fibers
  • To connect the sympathetic chain ganglion to the spinal cord
  • To provide sensory input from the sympathetic nervous system
  • To transmit postganglionic sympathetic impulses (correct)

Which cranial nerve is responsible for innervating most of the eye muscles?

  • Optic CN II
  • Abducens CN VI
  • Trochlear CN IV
  • Oculomotor CN III (correct)

Horner's syndrome is characterized by which of the following symptoms?

  • Bilateral visual disturbances
  • Dilated pupil and increased sweating
  • Constricted pupil and ptosis (correct)
  • Increased heart rate and flushed skin

What role does the PPRF play in eye movement?

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Which muscle is primarily responsible for depressing and abducting the eye?

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The sympathetic nervous system primarily focuses on which of the following physiological responses?

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Convergence of the eyes occurs when they move in which direction?

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What type of eye movement is saccadic?

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Through which foramen does the olfactory nerve I exit the skull?

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Which cranial nerves pass through the superior orbital fissure?

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What is the pathway for parasympathetic innervation to the parotid gland?

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Which foramen does the mandibular nerve V3 pass through?

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What structure is innervated by cranial nerve IX (glossopharyngeal)?

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Which artery branches off the external carotid artery and goes directly to the thyroid area?

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What are the symptoms of Horner's syndrome caused by loss of sympathetic innervation?

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Which is NOT a branch of the external carotid artery?

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What causes the hyperpolarization of the hair cell membrane in the organ of Corti?

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Which part of the auditory pathway is responsible for significant crossover to the contralateral side?

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What type of hearing loss is more directly associated with issues in the inner ear or auditory pathway?

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In which structure does the auditory pathway decussate within the brainstem?

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What fluid is present in the vestibular organ of the inner ear?

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Which of the following tests shows louder sound in the affected ear for conductive hearing loss?

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Which nucleus in the thalamus is primarily involved in processing auditory information?

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What is the main function of the superior olivary nuclei in the auditory pathway?

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Which muscle of the larynx is responsible for abducting the vocal ligaments?

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What role does the cricothyroid muscle play in relation to the vocal cords?

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Which nerve innervates all muscles of the larynx except the cricothyroid muscle?

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What is the function of the internal branch of the superior laryngeal nerve?

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Which structure is located just above the vocal folds?

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What is the main purpose of a tracheotomy in an emergency?

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Which muscle does NOT adduct the vocal ligaments?

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What does the rima glottidis refer to?

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What occurs when sterocilia bend away from the kinocilium?

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Which structure detects horizontal linear motion?

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What type of motion does the saccule primarily detect?

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Which nerve is at risk during thyroid surgery if the inferior thyroid artery is clamped?

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Where is the parieto-insular vestibular cortex located in relation to vestibular processing?

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In the anatomy of the neck, which structure is NOT a boundary of the anterior triangle?

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What is a potential consequence of damage to the vestibular system?

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Which artery branches off the external carotid artery as the most inferior?

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Which space is affected by an anterior mandibular tooth infection?

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What is the primary cranial nerve responsible for sensation in the anterior two-thirds of the tongue?

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What happens to the tongue as a result of a sublingual space infection?

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Ludwig's angina is characterized by infection in which areas?

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What is affected when there is erosion from a periapical abscess of a posterior mandibular tooth?

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Which cranial nerve is primarily associated with motor deficits in mastication muscles?

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Which of the following muscle actions is associated with the genioglossus?

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What clinical symptom may patients experience after tonsillectomy due to cranial nerve compression?

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Flashcards

Sympathetic Chain Ganglion

A collection of neurons in the sympathetic nervous system, where preganglionic neurons connect to postganglionic neurons.

White Ramus

A nerve branch carrying preganglionic sympathetic fibers toward the sympathetic chain.

Gray Ramus

A nerve branch carrying postganglionic sympathetic fibers away from the sympathetic chain.

Horner's Syndrome

An eye condition caused by damage to the sympathetic nervous system, characterized by constricted pupils, droopy eyelids, and decreased sweating.

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Conjugate Eye Movement

Simultaneous movement of both eyes in the same direction.

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Saccadic Eye Movement

Rapid eye movements used to change the fixation point.

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Cranial Nerves III, IV, VI

These cranial nerves primarily control eye movement.

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Strabismus

Misalignment of the eyes, a condition where the eyes do not point in the same direction.

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Organ of Corti

Inner ear structure in the cochlea crucial for hearing.

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Hair Cell Function

Hair cells (outer and inner) in the organ of Corti transduce sound vibrations into neural signals.

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Auditory Pathway Decussation

Crossing over of auditory nerve signals to the opposite side of the brain in the pons.

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Cochlear Nuclei

Brain stem structures that receive signals from the cochlea and relay them further.

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Superior Olivary Nucleus

Brain structure that processes sound localization and regulates outer hair cell sensitivity.

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Conductive Hearing Loss

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

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Sensory Hearing Loss

Hearing loss due to problems in the inner ear or auditory pathways.

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Weber Test

Hearing test that compares bone and air conduction. Conductive loss favors the affected ear; sensory loss favors the unaffected ear.

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Sublingual Space Infection

Infection caused by a periapical abscess of an anterior mandibular tooth, leading to tongue elevation and displacement to the opposite side.

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Submandibular Space Infection

Infection caused by a periapical abscess of a posterior mandibular tooth, resulting in swelling beneath the chin and along the mandible.

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Ludwig's Angina

Bilateral infection involving both the sublingual and submandibular fascial spaces.

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Foramen Ovale

The opening in the skull through which the mandibular division of the trigeminal nerve (CN V3) passes.

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Sensory Deficits of CN V3

Loss of sensation in the anterior 2/3 of the tongue (excluding taste), lower teeth and gums, and the jaw on the affected side.

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Motor Deficits of CN V3

Weakness or paralysis of the muscles of mastication (temporalis, masseter, medial pterygoid, lateral pterygoid), causing jaw deviation towards the side of the lesion.

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Taste Loss After Tonsillectomy

Temporary loss of taste due to swelling and compression of the glossopharyngeal nerve (CN IX) during tonsillectomy.

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Tongue Muscles and Actions

Genioglossus protrudes and deviates the tongue, while styloglossus retracts and elevates it.

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Cranial Nerve I - Olfactory Nerve

The olfactory nerve is responsible for the sense of smell. It passes through the cribiform plate of the ethmoid bone.

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Cranial Nerve II - Optic Nerve

The optic nerve transmits visual information from the eyes to the brain. It passes through the optic canal.

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Superior Orbital Fissure

A large opening in the skull that allows for the passage of several cranial nerves, including cranial nerves III (oculomotor), IV (trochlear), VI (abducens), and V1 (ophthalmic).

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Foramen Rotundum

The foramen rotundum is an opening in the sphenoid bone that allows the passage of the maxillary nerve (V2).

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Foramen Spinosum

The foramen spinosum is an opening in the sphenoid bone that allows the passage of the middle meningeal artery.

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Internal Acoustic Meatus

The internal acoustic meatus is a canal in the temporal bone that allows the passage of cranial nerves VII (facial) and VIII (vestibulocochlear).

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Jugular Foramen

The jugular foramen is an opening at the base of the skull that allows the passage of cranial nerves IX (glossopharyngeal), X (vagus), and XI (accessory).

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What is the function of utricle?

The utricle detects horizontal linear motion, meaning it senses movement in the sideways direction.

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What does the saccule detect?

The saccule detects vertical linear motion, meaning it senses movement up or down.

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What is the function of the macula?

The macula, a structure in the utricle and saccule, senses linear acceleration. This is achieved through otoliths (tiny crystals) that move with gravity, bending the hair cells within the macula.

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What do semicircular canals detect?

Semicircular canals detect rotational movement, or turning of the head.

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What is the function of ampullae?

Ampullae, located in the semicircular canals, detect rotational movement.

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Describe the structure of hair cells.

Hair cells contain stereocilia, hair-like structures that extend into a gelatinous layer called the cupula. When the cupula bends towards the utricle, it depolarizes the hair cells, leading to excitation.

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What is the role of the parieto-insular vestibular cortex?

The parieto-insular vestibular cortex is a key region in the brain responsible for processing vestibular information, which is information about balance and head position.

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What is the function of the vestibulospinal tract?

The vestibulospinal tract receives input from the inner ear about changes in head position. It sends signals to lower motor neurons to maintain upright posture and balance, like when riding a moving bus.

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Vocal Ligament Tensing

The process of stretching and tightening the vocal ligaments, which is essential for producing sound. This action is controlled by the cricothyroid muscle.

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Vocal Ligament Abduction

The process of moving the vocal ligaments apart, allowing air to pass through the larynx for breathing. This is primarily performed by the posterior cricoarytenoid muscle.

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Vocal Ligament Adduction

The process of bringing the vocal ligaments together, blocking the passage of air for swallowing or holding one's breath. Several muscles, including the arytenoids, lateral cricoarytenoids, and thyroarytenoids, contribute to this.

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Laryngeal Muscles Innervation

Most laryngeal muscles are innervated by the recurrent laryngeal nerve, which is a branch of the vagus nerve. However, the cricothyroid muscle is innervated by the external branch of the superior laryngeal nerve.

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Superior Laryngeal Nerve Branches

The superior laryngeal nerve has two branches: the internal branch, responsible for sensory innervation of the larynx's upper part, and the external branch, providing motor innervation to the cricothyroid muscle.

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Rima Glottidis

The space between the vocal folds in the larynx, which changes shape and size during breathing, swallowing, and voice production.

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Laryngeal Vestibule

The upper portion of the larynx, situated above the vocal folds, which acts as a protective chamber during swallowing.

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Emergency Airway Options

In an emergency, the airway can be opened by performing a laryngotomy (above the vocal cords) or a tracheotomy (below the vocal cords).

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Study Notes

Cranial Nerves

  • Cranial nerves are paired nerves of the peripheral nervous system.
  • Twelve pairs emerge from the brain.
  • Each nerve has a unique number, name, and function.
  • Some nerves are purely sensory, others are purely motor, and some are both sensory and motor.

Cranial Nerve Functions

  • I (Olfactory): Sensory; smell.
  • II (Optic): Sensory; vision.
  • III (Oculomotor): Motor; eye movement.
  • IV (Trochlear): Motor; eye movement.
  • V (Trigeminal): Both; facial sensation and chewing.
  • VI (Abducens): Motor; eye movement.
  • VII (Facial): Both; facial expressions and taste.
  • VIII (Vestibulocochlear): Sensory; hearing and balance.
  • IX (Glossopharyngeal): Both; taste, swallowing, and sensation.
  • X (Vagus): Both; many functions, including digestion and heart rate.
  • XI (Accessory): Motor; head and neck movements.
  • XII (Hypoglossal): Motor; tongue movements.

Trigeminal Nerve Structure

  • The trigeminal nerve has three divisions: ophthalmic (V1), maxillary (V2), and mandibular (V3).
  • Each division has a specific foramen and innervation type (e.g., V1 is sensory only through the superior orbital fissure).

Dural Venous Sinuses

  • Superior sagittal sinus runs to the confluence of sinuses.
  • Inferior sagittal goes to the straight sinus and then to confluence of sinuses.
  • From confluence, it goes to transverse sinus.
  • Posterior blood supply to brain is vertebral artery to basilar artery.
  • Anterior blood supply is common carotid artery to internal carotid artery.
  • Superior, inferior sagital, straight, transverse, and sigmoid sinuses and eventually drain into the jugular vein.

Spinal Nerves

  • Spinal nerves are paired nerves emerging from the spinal cord.
  • There are 8 cervical, 12 thoracic, 5 lumbar, 5 sacral, and 1 coccygeal spinal nerves.

Spinal Nerves and Function

  • Varying numbers of cervical, thoracic, lumbar, sacral and coccygeal spinal nerve pairs exist that carry sensory or motor functions.

Eye Muscles and Innervation

  • Various eye muscles are innervated by cranial nerves III, IV, and VI.
  • The ophthalmic division of trigeminal nerve (V1) has branches controlling eye structures (frontal, lacrimal, nasociliary) in the orbit.

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Test your knowledge of the cranial nerves, including their functions and structures. This quiz covers the twelve pairs of cranial nerves, detailing whether they are sensory, motor, or both. Dive into the details of the trigeminal nerve and its components to enhance your understanding.

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