Which Is a Function of the Trigeminal (V) Nerve

question 39

Multiple Choice

Which is a function of the trigeminal (V) nerve?

• A) conveys sensory impulses from the facial region and anterior scalp
• B) turns eyeball laterally via lateral rectus muscle
• C) causes movement of eyelid and eyeball; constriction of pupil
• D) causes movement of eyeball via superior oblique muscle

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