Oculomotor Nerve Nuclei and Functional Components
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Where is the somatic motor nucleus of the oculomotor nerve located?

  • Brainstem
  • Cerebellum
  • Midbrain (correct)
  • Spinal cord
  • Where does the visceral motor (parasympathetic) accessory (Edinger-Westphal) nucleus lie in relation to the somatic motor nucleus of the oculomotor nerve?

  • Lateral to the midbrain
  • Medial to the somatic motor nucleus
  • Ventral to the caudal third
  • Dorsal to the rostral two thirds (correct)
  • Which part of the brain houses the nuclei for the oculomotor nerve?

  • Cerebrum
  • Brainstem
  • Midbrain (correct)
  • Cerebellum
  • Which component of the oculomotor nerve is associated with the Edinger-Westphal nucleus?

    <p>Visceral motor (parasympathetic)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of nerve fibers are associated with the visceral motor (parasympathetic) component of the oculomotor nerve?

    <p>General visceral efferent</p> Signup and view all the answers

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