Cranial Nerves Quiz

Which cranial nerve is associated with the sense of smell?

• CN II (optic)

• CN I (olfactory)

• CN V (trigeminal)

• CN VII (facial)

Herpes zoster infection (shingles) can affect which cranial nerve and result in corneal blindness?

• CN VII (facial)

• CN II (optic)

• CN V (trigeminal)

• CN X (vagus)

Which cranial nerve is responsible for eye movement and is listed as CN III?

• CN IV (trochlear)

• CN VI (abducens)

• CN II (optic)

• CN III (oculomotor)

What is the designation of the cranial nerve responsible for facial expressions?

• CN VII (facial)

• CN V (trigeminal)

• CN IX (glossopharyngeal)

• CN XII (hypoglossal)

Cranial nerves are listed by which of the following?

• Names only

• Functions only

• Numbers only

• Both names and functions

What does the Romberg Test evaluate?

• Cognitive function

• Balance including proprioception, vestibular function, and vision

• Muscle strength

• Reflexes

What is Tandem gait used to assess?

• Coordination

• Sensory function

• Balance and walking ability

• Muscle tone

What does coordination (diadochokinesia) testing involve?

• Walking in a straight line

• Rapid alternating movements

• Recognizing symbols on the skin

• Evaluating pain and temperature

What is evaluated in the Sensory System examination?

• Gait and posture

• Pain, temperature, light touch, position, and vibration

• Reflexes and muscle tone

• Ability to perceive the form of solid objects by touch

What is stereognosis?

• The ability to recognize symbols traced on the skin

• The ability to perceive the form of a solid object by touch

• The ability to walk with one foot in front of the other

• The ability to perform rapid alternating movements