Chapter 15 - Cranial Nerves |
Twelve pairs of peripheral nerves connect to the brain rather than the spinal cord. These nerves are designated by Roman numerals preceded by N. In addition, each pair has a name. |
The cranial nerves can be classified as special sensory, (primarily) motor, or mixed sensory and motor. |
Olfactory Nerve (N I)
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Optic Nerve (N II)
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Oculomotor Nerve (N III)
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Trochlear Nerve (N IV)
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Trigeminal Nerve (N V)
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Abducens Nerve (N VI)
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Facial Nerve (N VII)
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Vestibulocochlear Nerve (N VIII)
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Glossopharyngeal Nerve (N IX)
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Vagus Nerve (N X)
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Accessory Nerve (N XI)
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Hypoglossal Nerve (N XII)
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