Cranial Nerves

Front

What is the function of the Oculomotor nerve?

Back

The Oculomotor nerve is responsible for eye movement, eyelid opening, pupillary constriction, and visual focus.

Front

What actions are associated with the Accessory nerve?

Back

The Accessory nerve is involved in shoulder shrugging and head turning.

Front

What is the primary function of the Optic nerve?

Back

The Optic nerve is responsible for vision.

Front

What is the role of the Hypoglossal nerve?

Back

The Hypoglossal nerve controls tongue movement.

Front

What functions does the Vestibulocochlear nerve serve?

Back

The Vestibulocochlear nerve is responsible for hearing and balance.

Front

Which cranial nerve is responsible for facial expressions?

Back

The Facial nerve is responsible for facial expressions.

Front

What is the function of the Trigeminal nerve?

Back

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

Front

What does the Vagus nerve control?

Back

The Vagus nerve controls functions of the heart, lungs, and digestive tract.

Front

Which cranial nerve is involved in taste sensation?

Back

The Glossopharyngeal nerve is involved in taste sensation.

Front

What is the primary function of the Trochlear nerve?

Back

The Trochlear nerve controls the superior oblique muscle of the eye, which is responsible for downward and lateral eye movement.