Peripheral Nervous System Review

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What is the function of the Hypoglossal nerve (CN XII)?

Back

The Hypoglossal nerve (CN XII) controls the movements of the tongue.

Front

Which cranial nerve is responsible for shoulder elevation?

Back

The Spinal Accessory nerve (CN XI) is responsible for shoulder elevation.

Front

What is the primary function of the Trigeminal nerve (CN V)?

Back

The Trigeminal nerve (CN V) is responsible for sensation in the face and motor functions such as biting and chewing.

Front

What components make up the Peripheral Nervous System (PNS)?

Back

The PNS includes all nerves outside the central nervous system, including sensory receptors, motor neurons, and ganglia.

Front

What is the role of the motor division of the PNS?

Back

The motor division sends information from the Central Nervous System (CNS) to muscles and glands.

Front

Which cranial nerve is involved in taste sensation from the anterior two-thirds of the tongue?

Back

The Facial nerve (CN VII) is involved in taste sensation from the anterior two-thirds of the tongue.

Front

What is the role of sensory receptors in the PNS?

Back

Sensory receptors detect stimuli from the environment and send this information to the CNS.

Front

What is the difference between the somatic and autonomic nervous systems?

Back

The somatic nervous system controls voluntary movements, while the autonomic nervous system regulates involuntary functions.

Front

Which cranial nerve is responsible for vision?

Back

The Optic nerve (CN II) is responsible for vision.

Front

What is the function of the Vagus nerve (CN X)?

Back

The Vagus nerve (CN X) controls functions of the heart, lungs, and digestive tract.