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What structure is formed by the bundling of PNS axons wrapped in connective tissue?
What structure is formed by the bundling of PNS axons wrapped in connective tissue?
Which of the following best describes the primary function of the olfactory nerves (N I)?
Which of the following best describes the primary function of the olfactory nerves (N I)?
What is the name given to the clusters of cell bodies found in the PNS?
What is the name given to the clusters of cell bodies found in the PNS?
Which cranial nerve is directly attached to the cerebrum?
Which cranial nerve is directly attached to the cerebrum?
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What is the general function of the optic nerves (N II)?
What is the general function of the optic nerves (N II)?
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Which of the following is NOT a correct description of a cranial nerve's function?
Which of the following is NOT a correct description of a cranial nerve's function?
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Which of the following best describes how cranial nerves are generally designated?
Which of the following best describes how cranial nerves are generally designated?
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Besides sensory and motor functions, which additional role do some cranial nerves have?
Besides sensory and motor functions, which additional role do some cranial nerves have?
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Which nerve provides voluntary control of tongue movements?
Which nerve provides voluntary control of tongue movements?
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Which muscle group is controlled by the external branch of a certain nerve (as mentioned in the text)?
Which muscle group is controlled by the external branch of a certain nerve (as mentioned in the text)?
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Damage to a spinal nerve or dorsal root ganglion can cause a loss of sensation in a specific area, known as a:
Damage to a spinal nerve or dorsal root ganglion can cause a loss of sensation in a specific area, known as a:
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Which nerve plexus innervates the muscles of the neck and controls the diaphragm?
Which nerve plexus innervates the muscles of the neck and controls the diaphragm?
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The laryngeal muscles, which control the vocal cords, are innervated by what branch of a specific nerve?
The laryngeal muscles, which control the vocal cords, are innervated by what branch of a specific nerve?
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A mild, temporary palsy, such as when your arm or leg 'falls asleep', is an example of:
A mild, temporary palsy, such as when your arm or leg 'falls asleep', is an example of:
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How many pairs of spinal nerves are classified as sacral nerves?
How many pairs of spinal nerves are classified as sacral nerves?
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The brachial plexus has what area of innervation?
The brachial plexus has what area of innervation?
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Which cranial nerve does not have motor nuclei located in the midbrain?
Which cranial nerve does not have motor nuclei located in the midbrain?
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What is the primary function of the abducens nerve?
What is the primary function of the abducens nerve?
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Which cranial nerve provides sensory information for the posterior third of the tongue?
Which cranial nerve provides sensory information for the posterior third of the tongue?
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Which nerve carries sensory information from the auricle and external acoustic meatus?
Which nerve carries sensory information from the auricle and external acoustic meatus?
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Which of the following is not a branch of the trigeminal nerve?
Which of the following is not a branch of the trigeminal nerve?
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Which nerve carries autonomic fibers to the muscles that control the amount of light entering the eye?
Which nerve carries autonomic fibers to the muscles that control the amount of light entering the eye?
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The vestibulocochlear nerve is responsible for:
The vestibulocochlear nerve is responsible for:
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Which cranial nerve provides motor control over the chewing muscles?
Which cranial nerve provides motor control over the chewing muscles?
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Which of the following is not innervated by the oculomotor nerve?
Which of the following is not innervated by the oculomotor nerve?
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Which of the following is innervated by the trochlear nerve?
Which of the following is innervated by the trochlear nerve?
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Which nerve fibers originate in the spinal cord in addition to the medulla oblongata?
Which nerve fibers originate in the spinal cord in addition to the medulla oblongata?
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Which of the following does the mandibular branch of the trigeminal nerve not provide sensory information from?
Which of the following does the mandibular branch of the trigeminal nerve not provide sensory information from?
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The nuclei of the abducens nerves are located in the:
The nuclei of the abducens nerves are located in the:
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Which two locations contain nuclei associated with the vestibulocochlear nerves?
Which two locations contain nuclei associated with the vestibulocochlear nerves?
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Which cranial nerve provides taste sensation from the anterior two-thirds of the tongue and controls muscles of facial expression?
Which cranial nerve provides taste sensation from the anterior two-thirds of the tongue and controls muscles of facial expression?
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Study Notes
Peripheral Nervous System (PNS)
- Links central nervous system (CNS) neurons to body
- Carries sensory info and motor commands via PNS axons
- Axons bundled in connective tissue form peripheral nerves
- Cranial nerves originate in brain, spinal nerves in spinal cord
- PNS includes cell bodies (ganglia) and axons of sensory/motor neurons in autonomic nervous system (ANS)
Cranial Nerves
- 12 pairs connect to brain
- Named based on appearance/function, designated N+Roman numeral
- Example: N I (olfactory nerves)
- Classified as sensory, motor, or mixed (often with secondary functions)
- Some cranial nerves (III, VII, IX, X) also carry autonomic fibers to PNS ganglia, similar to spinal nerves.
Olfactory Nerves (N I)
- Only cranial nerves attached to cerebrum
- Carry special sensory info for smell
- Originate in nasal cavity epithelium, penetrate ethmoid bone & synapse in olfactory bulbs
- Axons travel to olfactory centers via olfactory tracts
Optic Nerves (N II)
- Carry visual info from eyes
- Pass through optic foramina, intersect at optic chiasm ("crossing")
- Continue as optic tracts to nuclei of left/right thalamus
Oculomotor Nerves (N III)
- Midbrain motor nuclei control N III & IV
- Innervate 4 extrinsic eye muscles (superior, medial, inferior rectus & inferior oblique)
- Also carry autonomic fibers to intrinsic eye muscles (controlling light & lens shape)
Trochlear Nerves (N IV)
- Smallest cranial nerves
- Innervate superior oblique eye muscle
- Motor nuclei located in midbrain
- Name refers to pulley-shaped ligament sling
Trigeminal Nerves (N V)
- Largest cranial nerves (originate in pons)
- Sensory info from face & head, motor control over chewing muscles
- Three branches:
- Ophthalmic (sensory: orbit, nose, foreheard)
- Maxillary (sensory: lower eyelid, upper lip, palate)
- Mandibular (largest, sensory - lower face, gums, tongue , motor- chewing)
Abducens Nerves (N VI)
- Innervate lateral rectus eye muscle (responsible for abduction)
- Nuclei in pons
- Emerge at border of pons & medulla oblongata
- Travel with oculomotor and trochlear nerves within the orbit
Facial Nerves (N VII)
- Mixed nerves of face
- Sensory & motor roots emerge from pons sides
- Sensory fibers monitor facial muscles, facial pressure, taste (anterior 2/3 tongue)
- Motor fibers control facial expressions, muscles around ear
- Carry some autonomic fibers (control tear & salivary glands.)
Vestibulocochlear Nerves (N VIII)
- Monitor sensory receptors in inner ear
- Two parts:
- Vestibular nerve (balance, position, movement)
- Cochlear nerve (hearing)
Glossopharyngeal Nerves (N IX)
- Mixed nerves, innervate tongue & pharynx
- Sensory & motor nuclei in medulla oblongata
- Sensory: taste (posterior 1/3 of tongue), blood pressure, dissolved gases
- Motor: swallowing muscles
- Carry autonomic fibers (control parotid salivary glands)
Vagus Nerves (N X)
- "Wandering" nerves
- Sensory info from ear, diaphragm, pharynx, esophagus, respiratory tract, abdominal organs
- Sensory nuclei in medulla oblongata; vital for autonomic visceral control (not consciously perceived)
- Motor: control skeletal muscles (soft palate, pharynx, esophagus) and also affect cardiac, smooth muscle of digestive system
Accessory Nerves (N XI)
- Motor nerves for neck & back muscles
- Some fibers originate in spinal cord (cervical segments)
- Join together in cranium, exit as N XI; divide into two branches:
- Internal branch (joins vagus, controls voluntary swallowing, larynx, speech)
- External branch (controls sternocleidomastoid & trapezius muscles of pectoral girdle)
Hypoglossal Nerves (N XII)
- Provide voluntary control over tongue movements
- Nuclei located in medulla oblongata
Spinal Nerves
- 31 pairs, grouped by vertebral column region
- Cervical (8), Thoracic (12), Lumbar (5), Sacral (5), Coccygeal (1)
- Each pair monitors a specific body surface area called a dermatome
- Dermatome importance: clinical diagnosis of damage or infection to a spinal nerve/dorsal root ganglia
Nerve Plexuses
- Skeletal muscle fusion often results in innervation by multiple spinal nerves.
- Networks (plexuses) provide nerve trunks.
- Four major plexuses: cervical, brachial, lumbar, sacral (sometimes called lumbosacral)
- Innervate muscles of neck, pectoral girdles, upper limbs, pelvic girdle, and lower limbs.
- Also contain sensory and motor fibers.
- Peripheral neuropathies (peripheral nerve palsies) result from nerve trauma/compression.
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Explore the key components and functions of the Peripheral Nervous System (PNS), including cranial nerves and their classifications. This quiz covers the connections between the PNS and CNS, detailing the sensory and motor roles of cranial nerves. Test your knowledge on the structure and function of these essential nerve pathways.
