Nervios De La Cara Flashcards
(20 cards)
What are the main cutaneous nerves of the face?
The main cutaneous nerves of the face are the trigeminal nerve (CN V) branches: ophthalmic, maxillary, and mandibular.
True or False: The facial nerve (CN VII) is responsible for sensory innervation of the face.
False
Fill in the blank: The _____ nerve provides sensory innervation to the forehead and upper eyelid.
ophthalmic
Which branch of the trigeminal nerve innervates the lower lip and chin?
mandibular
What is the function of the maxillary nerve (V2)?
It provides sensory innervation to the midface, including the cheeks, upper lip, and nasal cavity.
Multiple Choice: Which nerve is NOT a branch of the trigeminal nerve? A) Ophthalmic B) Maxillary C) Facial D) Mandibular
C) Facial
True or False: The mental nerve is a branch of the mandibular nerve.
True
What area does the infraorbital nerve (a branch of V2) supply?
It supplies the lower eyelid, upper lip, and part of the nasal cavity.
Fill in the blank: The _____ nerve is responsible for sensation in the scalp and forehead.
frontal
Which nerve is responsible for sensation in the temple region?
auriculotemporal nerve
What is the sensory function of the zygomatic nerve?
It provides sensation to the skin over the zygomatic bone and part of the cheek.
Multiple Choice: Which nerve does NOT provide sensory innervation to the face? A) V1 B) V2 C) V3 D) V4
D) V4
True or False: The trigeminal nerve has both sensory and motor functions.
True
What does the term ‘cutaneous’ refer to in the context of facial nerves?
It refers to the sensory nerves that supply the skin.
Fill in the blank: The _____ nerve innervates the skin over the mandible.
mental
Which branch of the trigeminal nerve is primarily responsible for sensory innervation to the forehead?
ophthalmic nerve (V1)
What is the primary role of the trigeminal nerve in facial anatomy?
To provide sensory innervation to the face.
True or False: The mandibular nerve is the largest branch of the trigeminal nerve.
True
What area does the buccal nerve supply?
It supplies the skin and mucous membrane of the cheek.
Multiple Choice: Which nerve is associated with the sensation of the upper jaw? A) V1 B) V2 C) V3 D) None of the above
B) V2