Facial Nerve and Innervation Overview

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What condition is indicated by a deviation of the tongue toward the affected side?

Hypoglossal nerve damage (correct)

Vagus nerve damage

Glossopharyngeal nerve damage

Facial nerve damage

Which type of hearing loss is indicated by air conduction being better than bone conduction?

Mixed hearing loss

Conductive hearing loss

Central auditory processing disorder

Sensorineural hearing loss (correct)

Which cranial nerve is primarily responsible for the sensory component of the gag reflex?

Olfactory nerve (Cranial Nerve I)

Glossopharyngeal nerve (Cranial Nerve IX) (correct)

Accessory nerve (Cranial Nerve XI)

Optic nerve (Cranial Nerve II)

Which sinus is unable to be palpated due to its depth?

Sphenoid sinus Signup and view all the answers

What does a problem with the outer or middle ear typically indicate?

Conductive hearing loss Signup and view all the answers

What common condition associated with sound blockage can be attributed to the outer ear?

Earwax impaction Signup and view all the answers

Which nerve's damage can lead to ischemia and necrosis of cartilage in the nasal septum?

Facial nerve Signup and view all the answers

What procedure is indicated for correcting the relationship between maxillary and mandibular jaws?

Orthognathic surgery Signup and view all the answers

Which nerve is responsible for innervating the posterior belly of the digastric muscle?

Facial Nerve (CN VII) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is true regarding upper motor neuron (UMN) lesions affecting the facial nerve?

Only the lower facial muscles are affected on the contralateral side. Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the trigeminal nerve (V) in the corneal reflex?

It transmits sensory information from the cornea. Signup and view all the answers

Which cranial nerve innervates the anterior two-thirds of the tongue for taste?

Facial Nerve (CN VII) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following extraocular muscles is NOT innervated by the oculomotor nerve?

Lateral rectus Signup and view all the answers

What results from pupils not reacting to light?

Possible optic nerve damage Signup and view all the answers

What is accommodation in the context of the eye?

The process of focusing on objects at different distances. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following describes nystagmus?

Rapid and uncontrollable eye movements. Signup and view all the answers

Which muscle is NOT part of the muscles of mastication?

Sternocleidomastoid Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the thyroid gland?

Produces hormones that control metabolism Signup and view all the answers

What procedure involves making an incision in the cricothyroid membrane?

Cricothyrotomy Signup and view all the answers

Where is the cricoid cartilage located?

Surrounding the trachea Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of Virchow's node?

Often a clue to abdominal or thoracic malignancy Signup and view all the answers

Which statement about the cricoid cartilage is true?

It is the only complete ring among the laryngeal cartilages Signup and view all the answers

What is the ideal location for a tracheostomy?

2nd and 3rd tracheal rings Signup and view all the answers

What do the parathyroid glands regulate?

Calcium levels in the blood Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes TMJ dislocation?

The condylar head moves anteriorly and superiorly and the patient cannot reposition their jaw Signup and view all the answers

What is a common symptom of TMJ arthritis?

Crepitus during mandibular motion Signup and view all the answers

What does trismus indicate?

A restricted range of motion in mouth opening Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary issue caused by ankylosis of the TMJ?

Abnormal fusion restricting mouth opening Signup and view all the answers

How can you perform a quick check for maximum incisal opening?

Using a single finger to measure the gap Signup and view all the answers

When opening the mouth, what is likely to happen to the mandible on the affected side?

It deviates toward the affected side Signup and view all the answers

What indicates a severely reduced range of motion in the jaw?

One finger fits between the teeth Signup and view all the answers

How can joint tenderness or crepitus in the TMJ be assessed?

Inserting the little finger into the ear canal Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Differential Diagnoses of Butterfly Rash

Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)
Rosacea

Trigeminal Nerve (CN V) Innervation

Innervates muscles of mastication
Innervates mylohyoid muscle
Innervates anterior belly of digastric muscle
Innervates tensor tympani and tensor veli palatini

Posterior Belly of Digastric Innervation

Innervated by the facial nerve (CN VII)

Facial Nerve Innervation

Innervates muscles of facial expression, not muscles of mastication

Mandibular Division (V3) Sensory Branches

Meningeal branch
Auriculotemporal nerve
Long buccal nerve
Lingual nerve
Inferior alveolar nerve
Mylohyoid nerve

Upper Motor Neuron (UMN) Lesions

Affect the facial nerve, only the lower face on the contralateral side is affected
Upper facial muscles receive bilateral innervation, so the unaffected hemisphere can still supply the forehead muscles on both sides

Lower Motor Neuron (LMN) Lesions

Affect the entire ipsilateral side of the face, including both upper and lower face

Corneal Reflex

Involves both the trigeminal nerve (CN V) and the facial nerve (CN VII)

Pupillary Light Reflex

Involves the optic nerve (CN II), oculomotor nerve (CN III), and ophthalmic nerve (V1)

Cranial Nerves Associated with Taste

Anterior two-thirds of the tongue: Facial nerve (CN VII)
Posterior one-third of the tongue: Glossopharyngeal nerve (CN IX)
Epiglottis and pharynx: Vagus nerve (CN X)

Extraocular Muscles and Innervation

Oculomotor nerve (CN III) innervates most extraocular muscles except two
Superior rectus: Elevates the eye
Inferior rectus: Depresses the eye
Medial rectus: Moves the eye medially (adduction)
Inferior oblique: Elevates and extorts the eye
Lateral rectus: Innervated by the abducens nerve (CN VI)
Superior oblique: Innervated by the trochlear nerve (CN IV)

Pupillary Size and Reaction to Light

Pupillary response to light can indicate optic nerve damage
Drug use can affect pupillary response

Accommodation

Process where the eye adjusts its optical power
Involves cranial nerves II, III, and V1 branches of the ophthalmic division

Nystagmus

Involuntary, rapid eye movements

Taste Sensation

Anterior two-thirds of the tongue: Facial nerve (CN VII)
Posterior one-third of the tongue: Glossopharyngeal nerve (CN IX)
Epiglottis and pharynx: Vagus nerve (CN X)

Gag Reflex

Sensory component is mediated by the glossopharyngeal nerve (CN IX)

Hearing Loss (Sensorineural and Conductive)

Sensorineural: Inner ear/auditory nerve damage, reduced sound heard through air conduction
Conductive: Outer/middle ear damage, weaker sound through air conduction, but stronger bone conduction

Orthognathic Surgery

Surgery that corrects the relationship of maxillary and mandibular jaws

Cocaine

Vasoconstrictor. Can lead to ischemia and necrosis of the cartilage

Sphenoid Sinus

Cannot be palpated or examined clinically

Deviation of the Tongue

Deviation towards the side of damage/paralysis. Signifies hypoglossal nerve (CN XII) issue

Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Disorders

Dislocation: Condylar head moves too far anteriorly and superiorly, patient cannot reposition
Subluxation: Similar to dislocation, but patient can reposition
Arthritis: Crepitus (grating sound) often heard during mandibular motion
Trismus: Restricted range of motion in opening mouth. Caused by inflammation, trauma, or fibrosis

Ankylosis of TMJ

Abnormal fusion/stiffening of the condylar head of mandible. Prevents mouth opening.

Deviation of Mandible During Mouth Opening

May deviate toward the affected side during opening

Muscles of Mastication

Masseter, temporalis, medial pterygoid, lateral pterygoid

Strap Muscles of the Neck

Sternohyoid, thyrohyoid, omohyoid, sternothyroid, platysma

Cricoid Cartilage

Complete ring surrounding the trachea

Thyroid Gland

Located in neck below muscles, wrapping around trachea near cricoid cartilage
Produces hormones that control metabolism

Parathyroid Glands

Small glands behind the thyroid (top and bottom)
Control calcium levels in the blood

Tracheostomy

Surgical opening in trachea, ideal location is the 2nd and 3rd tracheal rings

Virchow's Node

Left supraclavicular node, can be sign of abdominal/thoracic malignancy

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This quiz covers key concepts related to the innervation of the facial nerve and its associated structures. Topics include the trigeminal nerve, differential diagnoses of facial rashes, and the impact of upper and lower motor neuron lesions. Test your knowledge on important neurological functions and their clinical implications.