Asked by Faith Tonkins on Jun 27, 2024
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A kiss on the cheek would be perceived by impulses from the ________ nerve.
A) trochlear
B) abducens
C) trigeminal
D) vestibulocochlear
E) facial
Cheek
Side of the face forming the lateral wall of the mouth.
Trigeminal Nerve
A cranial nerve responsible for sensation in the face and motor functions such as biting and chewing.
Vestibulocochlear
Referring to the eighth cranial nerve that transmits sound and equilibrium (balance) information from the inner ear to the brain.
- Assess the role of cranial nerves in both sensory and motor function.
- Detect the medical conditions related to damage in certain cranial nerves and their clinical outcomes.
Verified Answer
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Navjot AthwalJun 29, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
The trigeminal nerve is responsible for transmitting sensations from the face to the brain, including touch, pain, and temperature, which would include the sensation of a kiss on the cheek.
Learning Objectives
- Assess the role of cranial nerves in both sensory and motor function.
- Detect the medical conditions related to damage in certain cranial nerves and their clinical outcomes.