Cranial Nerves

Front

How many cranial nerves are there?

Back

There are 12 cranial nerves.

Front

What is the function of the Accessory Nerve (XI)?

Back

The Accessory Nerve (XI) allows you to shrug your shoulders.

Front

Which cranial nerve is responsible for lateral eye movement?

Back

The Abducens Nerve (VI) is responsible for moving the eyes laterally away from the nose.

Front

How is the Olfactory Nerve (I) assessed?

Back

The Olfactory Nerve (I) is assessed by identifying a familiar smell with the eyes closed.

Front

What do the Oculomotor Nerve (III), Trochlear Nerve (IV), and Abducens Nerve (VI) regulate?

Back

They regulate voluntary movements of the eyelid, eyeball, and pupil constriction.

Front

What is the primary function of the Olfactory Nerve (I)?

Back

The primary function of the Olfactory Nerve (I) is the sense of smell.

Front

What is the role of the Optic Nerve (II)?

Back

The Optic Nerve (II) is responsible for vision.

Front

Which cranial nerve is involved in facial expressions?

Back

The Facial Nerve (VII) is involved in facial expressions.

Front

What is the function of the Vestibulocochlear Nerve (VIII)?

Back

The Vestibulocochlear Nerve (VIII) is responsible for hearing and balance.

Front

Which cranial nerve controls the muscles of mastication?

Back

The Trigeminal Nerve (V) controls the muscles of mastication.