Quiz on Head's Vessels, Arteries, and Nerves

What do the common carotid arteries give rise to?

• Jugular veins

• Internal and external carotid arteries

• Subclavian arteries

• Brachiocephalic trunk

Where does the left common carotid artery originate from?

• Internal jugular vein

• Aortic arch

• Brachiocephalic trunk

• Subclavian artery

What does the internal carotid artery primarily supply?

• Heart

• Neck

• Face

• Brain

What is the function of the carotid sinus?

• Temperature sensor

• Baroreceptor for pressure

• Oxygen sensor

• Pain receptor

Which artery is a terminal branch of the external carotid artery?

• Subclavian artery

• Internal carotid artery

• Maxillary artery

• Brachiocephalic trunk

What does the internal jugular vein drain?

• Blood from the brain

• Blood from the legs

• Blood from the stomach

• Blood from the lungs

What is the main function of the external jugular vein?

• Supply blood to the brain

• Drain blood from the face

• Supply blood to the heart

• Drain blood from the legs

Which nerve provides sensory innervation to the face?

• Accessory nerve

• Trigeminal nerve

• Facial nerve

• Vagus nerve

What condition is characterized by paroxysmal pain along the trigeminal nerve?

• Trigeminal neuralgia

• Bell's palsy

• Tension headache

• Migraine

What is Bell's palsy?

• Pain in the head

• Facial paralysis of unknown cause

• Swelling in the neck

• Nerve damage in the arm