Overview of Special Senses and the Eye
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Which artery is primarily responsible for the arterial supply to the eye?

  • Maxillary artery
  • Ophthalmic artery (correct)
  • Central retinal artery
  • Internal carotid artery

    • What is a potential consequence of central retinal artery occlusion (CRAO)?

  • Hearing loss
  • Blindness (correct)
  • Nausea
  • Facial paralysis

    • Which veins are responsible for the venous drainage of the eye?

  • Central retinal veins
  • Jugular veins
  • Superior and inferior ophthalmic veins (correct)
  • Facial veins

    • Which nerve is NOT primarily responsible for the extra-ocular muscles of the eye?

    <p>Optic nerve [II]</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the ear is responsible for both hearing and balance?

    <p>Inner ear</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What component is NOT part of the external ear?

    <p>Tympanic membrane</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which intrinsic muscles of the auricle are responsible for changing its shape?

    <p>Auricular muscles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What describes the shape of the external acoustic meatus?

    <p>S-shaped</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of nerve fibers innervate the circular fibers of the pupil?

    <p>Parasympathetic nerve fibers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the aqueous humor in the eye?

    <p>To maintain intra-ocular pressure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the retina is sensitive to light?

    <p>Visual part</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What condition results from increased intra-ocular pressure due to issues with aqueous humor?

    <p>Glaucoma</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main symptom of cataract?

    <p>Gradual, painless vision blurring</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which structure does the lens attach to via zonular fibers?

    <p>Ciliary process</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the pharyngotympanic tube?

    <p>To equalize pressure on both sides of the tympanic membrane</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the pharyngotympanic tube is primarily bony?

    <p>One-third bony part</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What part of the eye is described as the 'blind spot'?

    <p>Optic disc</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which chambers of the eye contain aqueous humor?

    <p>Anterior and posterior chambers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the tensor tympani muscle do in response to loud noises?

    <p>Pulls the handle of the malleus medially</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What structure connects the bony labyrinth to the cranial fossa?

    <p>Vestibular aqueduct</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many synovial joints are present between the auditory ossicles?

    <p>Two</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cranial nerve innervates the stapedius muscle?

    <p>Facial nerve [VII]</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many times does the cochlea wrap around its central bony column, known as the modiolus?

    <p>2.5 times</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following accurately describes a feature of the vestibule?

    <p>Contains the oval window</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the eye is responsible for refracting light as it enters the eye?

    <p>Cornea</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What structure is found in the middle vascular layer of the eyeball?

    <p>Ciliary Body</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the shape and approximate size of the tympanic membrane?

    <p>Oval and approximately 1 cm in diameter</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following correctly describes a function of the ciliary body?

    <p>Suspension of the lens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the tympanic membrane is known for being thick and taut?

    <p>Pars tensa</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What component of the eye is known as the 'white of the eye'?

    <p>Sclera</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The part of the eye that lacks blood vessels and can be replaced easily is the:

    <p>Cornea</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What technique is recommended for better examination of the tympanic membrane with an otoscope?

    <p>Pulling the auricle superiorly, posteriorly, and slightly laterally</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What feature forms the convexity on the internal surface of the tympanic membrane?

    <p>Umbo</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Astigmatism is primarily caused by irregular curvature of which part of the eye?

    <p>Cornea</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which structure contains smooth muscle fibers that control lens accommodation?

    <p>Ciliary Body</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which wall of the middle ear is adjacent to the tympanic membrane?

    <p>Lateral wall</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What feature is located in the posterior wall of the middle ear?

    <p>Aditus to mastoid antrum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the structure of the eyeball, what is the role of the zonular fibers?

    <p>To insert into the lens and suspend it</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the middle ear opens into the pharyngotympanic tube?

    <p>Tympanic cavity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What feature is associated with the medial wall of the middle ear?

    <p>Round window</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the vitreous humor in the eye?

    <p>To maintain the round shape of the eye</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which extra-ocular muscle is responsible for raising the upper eyelid?

    <p>Levator palpebrae superioris</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can be a potential consequence of paralysis of the levator palpebrae superioris?

    <p>Blepharoptosis (Ptosis)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which nerve innervates the lateral rectus muscle?

    <p>Abducent nerve (VI)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which extra-ocular muscle aids in directing the pupil downwards and outwards?

    <p>Superior oblique</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the lacrimal gland?

    <p>Secretion of lacrimal fluid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What condition can result from extra-ocular muscle weakness?

    <p>Strabismus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which path does the lacrimal fluid take after being secreted by the lacrimal gland?

    <p>From lacrimal sac to nasal cavity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Special Senses Overview

    • Special senses include vision, hearing, balance, taste, and smell.
    • These senses utilize specialized sensory organs.
    • Sensory organs include the eye (vision), ear (hearing & balance), tongue (taste), and nose (smell).

    The Eye

    • The eye consists of two primary parts: the eyeball and accessory organs.
    • The eyeball has three layers: outer fibrous layer (sclera & cornea), middle vascular layer (choroid, ciliary body, iris), and inner retinal layer (retina).
    • The cornea is the transparent front of the eye.
    • The sclera is the white part of the eye.
    • Accessory organs include eyebrows, eyelids, extra-ocular muscles, conjunctiva, and the lacrimal apparatus.
    • The lacrimal apparatus produces tears.

    Internal Components of the Eyeball

    • Aqueous humor: A clear fluid filling the anterior and posterior chambers.
    • Lens: A transparent structure that focuses light onto the retina.
    • Vitreous humor: A jelly-like substance filling the vitreous chamber.
    • The aqueous humor provides nutrients and maintains intraocular pressure.

    Extra-ocular Muscles

    • Several extra-ocular muscles control eye movement.
    • Each muscle has a specific function (elevation, depression, abduction, adduction, internal and external rotation).
    • These muscles are innervated by the oculomotor, trochlear, and abducens nerves.

    The Ear

    • The ear is divided into three parts: external ear, middle ear, and inner ear.
    • The external ear gathers sound waves.
    • The middle ear transmits sound vibrations.
    • The inner ear converts sound waves into nerve impulses.
    • The external ear includes the auricle (pinna), external acoustic meatus, and tympanic membrane.
    • The middle ear is comprised of the auditory ossicles (malleus, incus, stapes) and the eustachian tube.
    • The inner ear includes the bony labyrinth and membranous labyrinth, as well as the cochlea and semicircular canals.
    • The auditory ossicles transmit sound vibrations to the inner ear.
    • The eustachian (auditory) tube connects the middle ear to the throat.

    The Internal Ear (Labyrinth)

    • The internal ear contains the bony and membranous labyrinths.
    • The membranous labyrinth features the cochlea, semicircular ducts, utricle, and saccule.
    • The cochlea is the hearing organ.
    • The semicircular ducts, utricle, and saccule are the balance organs.

    Sensory Receptors of the Internal Ear

    • The organs of hearing and balance lie within the internal ear.
    • Otoliths are small crystals within the ear's vestibule.
    • Information from these sensory organs is sent to the brain via the vestibulocochlear nerve.

    Arterial and Venous Supply

    • Ocular blood supply is chiefly from the ophthalmic artery branches.
    • Venous blood from the eye drains into the superior and inferior ophthalmic veins.
    • Ear blood vessels supply and drain to and from specific arteries and veins found throughout the head.

    Innervation

    • The eye and ear receive signals from cranial nerves.
    • Specific nerves are responsible for vision, eye movement, balance, hearing, and other sensory functions.

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