Chapter 14.6, Problem 2AYLO

Summary Introduction

To discuss:

Cranial nerves are purely sensory; some are mixed; it has traditionally been regarded as motor and why it is not accurately regarded as motor nerves.

Introduction:

Cranial nerves are used to communicate all parts of the body from the brain. It is of twelve types; 1 to 12 cranial nerves are present in our body. All cranial nerves enter the brain through the spinal cord. Each nerve has a distinctive function and specific name.

Cranial nerves are used to carry the sensory impulses from the brain to all parts of the body.