Cranial Nerves and Sensory Receptors

Vocabulary flashcards covering the names, functions, and mnemonics of the cranial nerves, along with the fundamental role of sensory receptors.

I (1)

Olfactory Nerve: Sense of smell. Sensory.

II (2)

Optic Nerve: Vision. Sensory

III (3)

Oculomotor Nerve: Eye movements, pupil constriction. Motor.

IV (4)

Trochlear Nerve: Eye movements. Motor.

V (5)

Trigeminal Nerve: Facial sensation, chewing. Both.

VI (6)

Abducens Nerve: Eye movements. Motor.

VII (7)

Facial Nerve: Facial expressions, taste. Both.

VIII (8)

Vestibulocochlear Nerve: Hearing, balance. Sensory.

IX (9)

Glossopharyngeal Nerve: Taste, swallowing. Both.

X (10)

Vagus Nerve: Autonomic functions of the heart, lungs, and digestive tract. Both.

XI (11)

Accessory Nerve: Shoulder and neck movements. Motor.

XII (12)

Hypoglossal Nerve: Tongue movements. Motor.