Cranial Nerves and Blood Vessels

This video tutorial provides an in-depth look at the neuroanatomy of the brain, focusing on the cerebral neurovascular system and cranial nerves. It begins with an overview of lab 5, followed by a detailed examination of the vertebral and basilar arteries. The tutorial then explains the Circle of Willis, highlighting its significance in cerebral circulation. Finally, it covers the cranial nerves, discussing their origins, pathways, and functions, including the olfactory and optic nerves.

Which artery is a branch off the subclavian artery and travels along the anterior aspect of the spinal cord?

• Vertebral artery

• Basilar artery

• Anterior cerebral artery

• Middle cerebral artery

What is the first main branch off the basilar artery?

• Superior cerebellar artery

• Posterior cerebral artery

• Anterior inferior cerebellar artery

• Middle cerebral artery

The Circle of Willis begins with which artery?

• Internal carotid artery

• Posterior cerebral artery

• Anterior cerebral artery

• Basilar artery

Which artery connects the posterior cerebral artery and the internal carotid artery?

• Vertebral artery

• Middle cerebral artery

• Anterior communicating artery

• Posterior communicating artery

What is the primary function of the olfactory nerve?

• Vision

• Taste

• Hearing

• Smell

Which cranial nerve is responsible for eye movements and emerges superior to the pons?

• Oculomotor nerve

• Optic nerve

• Facial nerve

• Trigeminal nerve

The trigeminal nerve is primarily responsible for which function?

• Facial expression

• Hearing

• Eye movement

• Sensory of the face

Which nerve is responsible for taste in the anterior two-thirds of the tongue?

• Vagus nerve

• Facial nerve

• Glossopharyngeal nerve

• Hypoglossal nerve

What is the function of the vestibular cochlear nerve?

• Smell

• Balance and hearing

• Vision

• Taste

Which nerve is responsible for the movements of the tongue?

• Vagus nerve

• Accessory nerve

• Hypoglossal nerve

• Trigeminal nerve