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CAS 14 FC Topic 2

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show Lateral geniculate body, globus pallidus, and posterior limb of the internal capsule  
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What cortical structure(s) provide input to the lower face division of the motor nucleus of CN VII?   show
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show Contralateral sensory neglect  
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show Postcentral gyrus  
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What is the name of the portion of the occipital cortex that is inferior to the calcarine sulcus?   show
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What is the function of the lingual gyrus?   show
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show Inferior  
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What are the sensory functions of the vagus nerve?   show
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What seven muscles are innervated by the vagus nerve?   show
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What are the anatomical boundaries of the parietal lobe?   show
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show Medial striate arteries  
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show Head of the caudate, anterior portion of the lentiform nucleus, anterior limb of the internal capsule  
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What are 3 etiologies of cavernous sinus syndrome?   show
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What is the pathway of the second order neurons that carry pain and temperature sensation from the face and oral cavity?   show
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What deficit would you expect from a unilateral lesion to the cuneus?   show
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What arterial structures are joined by the basilar artery?   show
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What structures does the basilar artery supply blood to?   show
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What are the clinical manifestations of cavernous sinus syndrome?   show
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What are the 2 layers of the dura mater?   show
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What are the branches of the basilar artery as it runs along the pons?   show
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show Large Purkinje cell dendrites, stellate cells and basket cells  
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show V3 → mesencephalic nucleus of V → motor nucleus of V → masseter  
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show Warthin tumor (papillary cystadenoma lymphomatosum)  
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What would be expected in a lower motor neuron lesion of CN VII?   show
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Which cerebral structures are supplied by the posterior cerebral artery?   show
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Where does CN VII exit the brainstem?   show
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Where does CN VII exit the skull?   show
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show Frontal lobe  
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show Premotor cortex  
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show Longitudinal fissure  
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What is in the precentral gyrus?   show
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show Primary motor cortex of the precentral gyrus  
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What are three possible sequelae of anterior cerebral artery occlusion?   show
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show Executive decision making and functions  
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show Voluntary eye movement  
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Patients with lesions to the neocerebellar cortex, superior cerebellar peduncle, or globose, emboliform, and dentate nuclei within the cerebellum classically present with which 3 signs?   show
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In the pupillary light reflex, which nucleus do the primary neurons project to?   show
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show Paralysis and sensory loss of contralateral face and arm, Broca and/or Wernicke aphasia, and contralateral neglect  
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What is the circle of Willis?   show
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What is the name of the portion of the occipital cortex superior to the calcarine sulcus?   show
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show Integrates visual information from the contralateral lower field  
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show Motor innervation for the stylopharyngeus muscle  
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Will lesions to the trochlear (CN IV) nucleus affect the superior oblique muscle on the ipsilateral or the contralateral side?   show
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show Vestibule, ventricles, and infraglottic cavity  
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show A central body, as well as an anterior horn, posterior horn, and inferior horn.  
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show Via the interventricular foramen of Monro  
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show Sublingual, minor salivary, and submandibular glands  
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show CN IX  
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show Parotid fascia  
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show Jugular foramen  
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show Hyoid bone, superior belly of the omohyoid, anterior border of the sternocleidomastoid, and midline  
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show Trisomy 21 (prominent epicanthal folds)  
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What diseases could macroglossia point to in a newborn exam?   show
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Where do the anterior inferior cerebellar arteries originate?   show
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show Pons and parts of the cerebellum  
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show Parasympathetic fibers innervating the sphincter pupillae muscle  
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show Anterior communicating artery  
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show Cerebellopontine angle  
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show Edinger-Westphal nucleus of CN III  
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show The superior belly attaches to the hyoid bone and the inferior belly originates from the superior border of the scapula. The intermediate tendon connects these two bellies.  
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What is the innervation of the omohyoid muscle?   show
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How will patients with idiopathic intracranial hypertension (pseudotumor cerebri) present?   show
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show External laryngeal nerve  
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What artery does the external laryngeal nerve travel with?   show
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show Blood pressure control (SBP target <160 mmHg), prophylactic antiseizure therapy, and stool softeners or laxatives to prevent straining  
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show Mucoepidermoid carcinoma  
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What cranial nerve do mucoepidermoid carcinoma tumors often involve?   show
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show Superior thyroid artery  
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What nerve does the superior thyroid artery travel with?   show
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In addition to nontraumatic rupture of a saccular aneurysm, what are some additional etiologies of subarachnoid hemorrhage?   show
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show Contralateral VPM via the ventral trigeminothalamic tract  
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What is the location of the spinal nucleus of CN V?   show
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What is the pathway of the first order neurons that carry pain and temperature sensation from the face and oral cavity?   show
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From where does the posterior cerebral arteries arise?   show
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show Inferior surface of the brain and occipital lobe  
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What is the location of the trigeminal ganglion?   show
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show Internal carotid artery  
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show Medial and superior surfaces of the frontal lobe along with superior surfaces of the parietal lobe  
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What three branches come off of the vertebral arteries before they fuse to form the basilar artery?   show
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What does CN IX traverse through to exit the skill?   show
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What are the sensory functions of CN IX?   show
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show Bilateral input from both precentral gyri  
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show Anterior cerebral artery  
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What are the 5 sensory subdivisions of the mandibular branch of the trigeminal nerve?   show
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show Vertebral artery, internal thoracic artery (AKA internal mammary artery), and thyrocervical trunk  
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show Inferior thyroid, suprascapular, and transverse cervical arteries  
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What are the divisions in the motor nucleus of CN VII?   show
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Lesions of CN IX most commonly result in which deficits?   show
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What are the borders of the carotid triangle?   show
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show External carotid artery, as well as its first 5 branches (superior thyroid, ascending pharyngeal, lingual, occipital, facial arteries)  
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What vessel is a branch of the third part of the subclavian artery?   show
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What would be expected in an upper motor neuron lesion of CN VII?   show
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Which nerve innervates the sternohyoid muscle?   show
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show Depress the hyoid and larynx during swallowing  
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show Epidural space  
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What is the clinical significance of the internal vertebral venous plexus ?   show
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Which nerve innervates the thyrohyoid muscle?   show
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show Superior thyroid artery, ascending pharyngeal artery, lingual artery, facial artery, occipital artery, posterior auricular artery, maxillary artery, and superficial temporal artery  
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What two interventions can be done to manage epidural hematoma prior to surgical intervention?   show
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show Convex ("lenticular") shaped mass  
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show Superior cerebellar peduncle  
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show Medulloblastoma  
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What are the four deep nuclei of the cerebellum?   show
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show Middle cerebellar peduncle  
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Which 3 structures are commonly lesioned within the medial cerebellum?   show
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show Truncal ataxia (wide-based gait, inability to stand upright without support), nystagmus, and head tilting  
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show Bilateral  
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show Pleomorphic adenoma (AKA "mixed tumor")  
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show Stromal and epithelial tissue  
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show Lower part of the SCM, the inferior belly of the omohyoid, and the clavicle  
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show Subclavian artery and the brachial plexus  
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show A comminuted and/or depressed fracture  
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show Costocervical trunk  
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show Deep cervical artery and superior intercostal artery  
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show Internal and external laryngeal nerves  
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show Mydriasis (pupillary dilation) and lack of accommodation (blurry vision)  
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What makes the optic nerve unique from other peripheral nerves?   show
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What are the four principal sutures in the skull?   show
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show Spatial and visual perception as well as abstract ideation  
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What is cortical deafness?   show
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Which nerve innervates the sternothyroid muscle?   show
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show Upper part of the SCM, the inferior belly of the omohyoid, and the anterior border of the trapezius  
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show Occipital artery and transverse cervical artery, as well as CN XI (accessory nerve)  
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In the pupillary light reflex, which nerves arise from the ciliary ganglion and provide parasympathetic innervation to the pupillary sphincter muscle, thereby inducing pupillary constriction?   show
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show CN III also innervates the levator palpebrae superioris, which serves to elevate the upper eyelid.  
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What is the innervation of the anterior belly of the digastric muscle?   show
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What is the innervation of the posterior belly of the digastric muscle?   show
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show Sphincter pupillae (circular muscles) and the ciliary muscles of the eye  
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What are the three layers of the cerebellar cortex?   show
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show Due to the unopposed action of the intact contralateral lateral pterygoid muscle  
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show Altered consciousness, nausea, vomiting, and headache  
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show Anterior and superior vermis  
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show Excitatory granule cells and inhibitory Golgi cells  
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From deepest to most superficial, what are the 3 layers of the spinal meninges?   show
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show Elevate the eyebrows and wrinkle skin of the forehead  
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What is the innervation of the frontalis muscle?   show
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show Raise the upper lip & open the nostrils  
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show Zygomatic & superior buccal branches of CN VII  
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show If midline brain structures are displaced by the hematoma  
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show Confluence of sinuses  
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show Subdural hematoma  
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Which ganglions does CN VII provide autonomic innervation to?   show
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What can be seen in a bilateral lesion to CN XI?   show
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What type of herniation is most commonly seen in the setting of epidural hematoma?   show
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show Posterior communicating artery  
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show Relays sensation from the mandibular teeth and gums  
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What is the course of the vertebral artery in the neck?   show
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In what ways is increased ICP medically managed?   show
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What are the borders of the submandibular triangle?   show
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show Submandibular gland, as well as the facial artery and vein. The hypoglossal nerve passes deep to the submandibular gland.  
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show Brachiocephalic trunk  
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Where does the common carotid arise on the left side?   show
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Which arteries arise from the subclavian arteries to supply blood to the posterior cerebral circulation?   show
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show Pons, medial to the main sensory nucleus  
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show Nerve to mylohyoid, which is a branch off of the inferior alveolar nerve of V3  
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What are the 2 most common etiologies of cranial swelling in neonates due to trauma in the birth canal?   show
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What are 4 complications associated with subarachnoid hemorrhages?   show
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What foramen carries CN XI as it exits the skull?   show
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What are the typical CT findings of diffuse axonal injury?   show
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In addition to the headache, what are some other common clinical manifestations of subarachnoid hemorrhage?   show
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show Lenticulostriate arteries  
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Where does the vagus nerve exit the skull?   show
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show Carotid artery and the internal jugular vein  
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show Contralateral upper quadrantanopia with macular sparing  
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What brain hemisphere is responsible for propositional language, logic, and calculation?   show
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Which limb of the pupillary light reflex is provided by CN II?   show
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What nerve must surgeons be particularly mindful of when resecting parotid gland tumors?   show
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show Recurrent laryngeal nerves  
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show Because of the unopposed actions of the superior oblique and lateral rectus muscles  
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What are three risk factors for development of idiopathic intracranial hypertension (pseudotumor cerebri)?   show
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show Smile  
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show Buccal & zygomatic branches of CN VII  
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What are the major clinical manifestations of a communicating hydrocephalus?   show
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show Innervates the intrinsic and extrinsic tongue muscles (except for palatoglossus, which is innervated by CN X)  
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What drug is used to prevent vasospasm after subarachnoid hemorrhage?   show
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What are three common causes of subarachnoid hemorrhage?   show
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What is the gold standard test for determining the location of bleeding in patients with subarachnoid hemorrhage?   show
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show Emergency surgical decompression  
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show Cerebral amyloid angiopathy  
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show Recurrent lobar hemorrhages  
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show Hypertension  
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show Flattens the cheeks against the teeth and keeps food between teeth out of the oral vestibule  
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show Buccal branch of CN VII  
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What is the function of the depressor labii inferioris muscle?   show
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show Marginal mandibular branch of CN VII  
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What is the function of the levator labii superioris muscle?   show
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What is the innervation of the levator labii superioris muscle?   show
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What is the function of the occipitalis muscle?   show
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What is the innervation of the occipitalis muscle?   show
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What is the innervation of the depressor anguli oris muscle?   show
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What is the function of the depressor anguli oris muscle?   show
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show Temporal, zygomatic, buccal, marginal mandibular, cervical  
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In the pupillary light reflex, where do parasympathetic fibers synapse after leaving the Edinger-Westphal nucleus?   show
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What nerve carries taste information from the anterior 2/3 of the tongue?   show
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show An obstruction in the ventricular system that blocks CSF circulation  
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show Weight loss  
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show Dementia, gait disturbances, and bladder incontinence  
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The inferior laryngeal artery is a branch of what artery?   show
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What nerve does the inferior thyroid artery travel with?   show
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show Infraglottic cavity  
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What are four causes of hydrocephalus ex vacuo?   show
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show Inferior pharyngeal constrictor, sternothyroid, thyrohyoid, and cricothyroid  
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What are 3 procedures/surgeries that are used to treat idiopathic intracranial hypertension that is refractory to medical treatment?   show
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show Thyroarytenoid muscles  
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show Recurrent laryngeal branch of the vagus nerve (CN X)  
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What is the most common type of communicating hydrocephalus?   show
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What muscles are the only muscles that open the true vocal cords?   show
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What can result from paralysis of the posterior cricoarytenoid muscles?   show
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What are some etiologies of non-communicating hydrocephalus?   show
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What is the mechanism by which communicating hydrocephalus occurs?   show
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What is the classic radiographic finding of hydrocephalus?   show
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show Transverse and oblique arytenoideus muscles  
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What is the action of the transverse and oblique arytenoideus muscles?   show
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show Brain atrophy that results in a compensatory increase in ventricular volume  
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show Normal  
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show Periorbital ecchymoses (i.e. raccoon eyes), rhinorrhea (CSF dripping from nose), otorrhea (CSF leaking from ears), and ecchymosis behind the ear (i.e. Battle’s sign)  
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What is the major risk factor for developing venous sinus thrombosis?   show
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Describe the course of the parotid duct.   show
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What is another name for the parotid duct?   show
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What nerves innervate the larynx?   show
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Which nerve do the superior and recurrent laryngeal nerves branch from?   show
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show Placement of a VP shunt  
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What cerebral cistern contains the great vein of Galen?   show
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show Lateral ventricles → interventricular foramina of Monro → third ventricle → cerebral aqueduct of Sylvius → fourth ventricle → foramen of Magendie (medial) or foramina of Luschka (lateral) → subarachnoid space  
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What is the location of the third ventricle?   show
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show Cerebral aqueduct  
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What are the two major functions of CN VIII?   show
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show Proprioceptive pathway  
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show Nimodipine  
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What muscles does the mandibular nerve (V3) innervate?   show
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show For branchial cleft cysts in the preauricular area as well as the sinuses and for skin tags  
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show Hypertelorism (widely spaced eyes) is associated with a large number of syndromes (Trisomy 13)  
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Where is the posterior fontanelle located?   show
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show Can be part of a syndrome such as DiGeorge or Down’s.  
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What is the location of the main sensory nucleus of CN V?   show
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What are the components of the Circle of Willis?   show
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What is the posterior inferior cerebellar artery?   show
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What areas of the brain does the posterior inferior cerebellar artery supply?   show
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show Terminal branches of the internal carotid artery  
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What areas of the brain does the middle cerebral artery supply?   show
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What muscles of the face, head, and upper neck are innervated by cranial nerve VII?   show
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What is the innervation of the infrahyoid muscles?   show
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What is the most common site of aneurysm associated with acute CN III palsy?   show
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What do patients with an acute CN III palsy present with?   show
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show Muscles of facial expression, stapedius, posterior belly of the digastric, and stylohyoid  
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What are two additional causes of cerebral intraparenchymal hemorrhage besides hypertension and amyloid angiopathy?   show
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What is the function of the flocculonodular lobe of the cerebellum?   show
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What are the three functional lobes of the cerebellum?   show
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What cells transmit output from the cerebellar cortex?   show
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show Anterior bellies of the digastric bilaterally and the hyoid bone  
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show Submental lymph nodes  
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What is the pathway of the third order neurons that carry light touch and pressure sensation from the face and oral cavity?   show
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show CN V3  
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What is the pathway for the corneal reflex?   show
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At what point do fibers from the motor nucleus of V join the mandibular nerve (V3)?   show
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show Chief/principal sensory, spinal, mesencephalic, and motor  
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show Trigeminal ganglion  
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show Within the lateral portions of the midbrain and superior pons  
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Which cerebellar peduncle transmits ipsilateral proprioceptive information to the cerebellum from the spinal cord?   show
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show At the level of the 2nd upper molar  
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show S2  
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Infarction of a lenticulostriate artery is characteristic of which type of stroke?   show
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show Cisterna magna, which receives CSF from the fourth ventricle via the median foramen of Magendie  
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What is the major risk factor for the development of Warthin tumor of the parotid galdn?   show
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Paralysis of what muscle innervated by CN VII results in hyperacusis?   show
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Occlusion of what artery may result in contralateral hemianopia with macular sparing?   show
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What three nerves branch off the facial nerve immediately after it exits the skull?   show
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show Cerebral cortex  
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What is the function of the carotid body?   show
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show Glossopharyngeal nerve (CN IX)  
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Occlusion of what artery causes locked-in syndrome?   show
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What cranial nerve originates from the dorsal aspect of the brainstem?   show
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If an epidural hematoma goes untreated, what complication could develop, and what clinical signs would you see?   show
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show Occipital lobe  
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show Posterior surface of the thyroid gland  
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What are the typical CT findings of an acute subdural hematoma?   show
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show Glossopharyngeal nerve (CN IX)  
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show Anterior communicating artery  
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show Middle meningeal artery  
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Through what foramen does CN XII exit the skull?   show
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What happens to the uvula as a result of a unilateral lesion of CN X?   show
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show Hyponatremia  
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Which major structures are supplied by the middle cerebral artery?   show
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show Superior, middle, and inferior thyroid veins  
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show Senses blood pressure  
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show CN IX (also known as Hering's nerve)  
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show Follicles, colloid, and parafollicular cells  
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The cell bodies for proprioception within the trigeminal area are located in which nucleus?   show
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In patients with chronic subdural hematoma, what treatment may result in dramatic improvement?   show
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What is the most common cause of a unilateral congenital facial palsy?   show
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show Midline (of the body), inferior border of the mandible , and sternocleidomastoid (SCM) muscle  
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show Ligamentum flavum, dura mater and arachnoid  
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show C1 via hypoglossal nerve  
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What is the presenting symptom in posterior vermis syndrome?   show
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show Maintenance of posture and balance, maintenance of skeletal muscle tone, and coordination of voluntary and fine movement  
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show Serves as the efferent limb of the pupillary light reflex and in accommodation  
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show Ipsilateral blindness and a loss of the afferent limb of the pupillary light reflex in the affected eye  
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show Cigarette smoking (most important modifiable risk factor), hypertension, family history  
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show Hypoglossal canal  
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What deep structures of the face are innervated by branches of the maxillary nerve?   show
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What cranial nerves traverse the cavernous sinus?   show
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show Innervates the superior oblique muscle, which depresses, intorts, and abducts the eye while adducted  
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What is the presentation of an acute subdural hematoma?   show
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What are the two major terminal branches of the internal carotid artery?   show
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Which brain hemisphere contains the speech areas?   show
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What cranial nerve makes up the efferent limb of the gag reflex?   show
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What physical exam sign is commonly seen in infants who develop hydrocephalus?   show
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show Provides general sensation to the anterior two thirds of the tongue  
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show Carries sensory information from the face to the brain and provides innervation to the muscles of mastication  
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What are the borders of the posterior triangle of the neck?   show
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Under what conditions can a patient who has sustained head trauma be sent home without hospitalization?   show
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What is the innervation of the stylohyoid muscle?   show
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What is the arterial blood supply of the thyroid gland?   show
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show Medial rectus, the inferior rectus, the superior rectus, and the inferior oblique  
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What nerve innervates the muscles of mastication?   show
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show Internal carotid arteries and vertebral arteries  
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What is deposited in cerebral amyloid angiopathy that weakens cortical blood vessels?   show
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What is the relative speed of symptom onset in patients with a subdural hematoma?   show
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What typically presents with a sudden-onset of, severe headache that is classically described as the “worst headache of my life”?   show
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show Xanthochromia (blonde color) or blood in the CSF  
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show Hyperdense crescent-shaped hemorrhage  
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What is the CT appearance of a chronic subdural hematoma?   show
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show Severe head trauma (e.g. car accident)  
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What is the etiology of a chronic subdural hematoma?   show
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Which type of cerebral hematoma is characterized by a lucid interval (brief period of improvement) followed by rapid signs of cerebral compression?   show
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What 2 populations are at increased risk for subdural hematomas?   show
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Injury to which vessel is associated with epidural hematoma?   show
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What major artery is the middle meningeal artery a branch of?   show
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What are the surgical options for treatment of subarachnoid hemorrhage caused by a berry aneurysm?   show
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Skull fractures are associated with what type of hematoma?   show
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show Crescent shaped (concave) hematoma which is less dense than an epidural hematoma due to dilution of the blood by CSF.  
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Which type of hematoma is more likely to cross suture lines?   show
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show Bridging veins  
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Which test is performed to diagnose subarachnoid hemorrhage if there is a strong suspicion despite a negative CT scan?   show
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Which test findings are classically associated with subarachnoid hemorrhage?   show
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What is the action of the orbicularis oris?   show
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show Buccal branch of CN VII  
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What is the action of the orbicularis oculi?   show
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What is the innervation of the orbicularis oculi?   show
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Occlusion of which artery classically presents with painless monocular vision loss?   show
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What brain structures are supplied by branches of the internal carotid artery?   show
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What is the characteristic finding on lumbar puncture in idiopathic intracranial hypertension?   show
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What the name given to increased intracranial pressure with no apparent cause on imaging?   show
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show The increase in CSF takes place over time, thus allowing the gradual increases in intracranial pressure to be offset by compression of the cerebral hemispheres  
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In an emergency, what palpable connective tissue membrane in the neck must be cut in order to insert an airway tube directly into the trachea?   show
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What nerve provides parasympathetic input to the organs from the neck to the transverse colon?   show
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What is a subarachnoid hemorrhage?   show
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What is the most common non-traumatic cause of a subarachnoid hemorrhage?   show
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show A pathological condition resulting from an alteration of the normal flow of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF), leading to compression of surrounding CNS tissue  
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What conditions can damage the arachnoid granulations?   show
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show Arachnoid granulations  
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show Ependymal cells of the vascular choroid plexus  
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show Interpeduncular cistern  
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show Normal/Increased opening pressure, increased lymphocyte count, normal/Increased protein, normal glucose  
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show Pontine cistern  
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What are the CSF findings in bacterial infections?   show
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What is the location of the fourth ventricle?   show
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How does the fourth ventricle communicate with the cisterna magna?   show
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What are the CSF findings in fungal/TB infections?   show
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Neurologic deficits of which nerve are highly suggestive of a malignant salivary gland neoplasm?   show
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show Parotid gland  
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show A painless mass/swelling localized to a salivary gland  
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show Innervates the lateral rectus muscle of the eye  
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show Same side of the injured nerve  
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show Increased intracranial pressure  
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show Cataracts, glaucoma, retinoblastoma, severe chorioretinitis  
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What can a deep blue sclera on newborn exam indicate?   show
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show Choanal atresia (congenital disorder where back of nasal passage is blocked)  
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What are Epstein's pearls?   show
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show At the juncture of the sagittal and coronal sutures  
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show 2-3 days  
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Which division of the trigeminal nerve carries sensation from the eyes and conjunctiva?   show
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show V2  
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show Colloid  
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What are the actions of the sternocleidomastoid muscle?   show
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show CN XI (spinal accessory nerve)  
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Which division of the trigeminal nerve is the only one that carries motor innervation?   show
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What is the pathway for the tearing reflex?   show
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What urgent treatment is indicated in penetrating head trauma?   show
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show Surgical clipping and endovascular coiling  
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show Alcoholics and the elderly due to significant brain atrophy  
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The ophthalmic artery is a branch of which artery?   show
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What physical exam finding must be assessed prior to performing lumbar puncture in a patient with suspected subarachnoid hemorrhage?   show
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show No branches  
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How does the middle meningeal artery enter the skull?   show
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show Dura  
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show Biconvex, lens-shaped hematoma  
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show Sternocleidomastoid and trapezius muscles  
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Besides a head CT, what other imaging is indicated in a patient with suspected basilar skull fracture?   show
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Branches of which artery are often implicated in nosebleeds?   show
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show Sphenopalatine artery  
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What are the roots of the phrenic nerve?   show
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Where does the sigmoid sinus drain to?   show
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Which regions of the brain does the tentorium cerebelli separate?   show
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Which regions of the brain does the falx cerebelli separate?   show
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show Skin of the forehead, the dorsum of the nose and the upper eyelid  
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show External carotid artery  
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What areas of the skin does the mandibular nerve innervate on the face?   show
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What nerve can be damaged during a parotidectomy?   show
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show Parafollicular cells  
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show Muscles of mastication  
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show Meninges of the middle cranial fossa via the foramen spinosum  
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What is the function of calcitonin?   show
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What is the major role of thyroid follicles?   show
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show Increased serum calcium concentration  
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What areas of the brain does the falx cerebri separate?   show
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What is the treatment for an epidural hematoma?   show
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show Non-contrast CT scan of the head  
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Calcitonin opposes the actions of what other hormone?   show
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What test must every patient who sustains head trauma and becomes unconscious for any period of time receive?   show
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Describe the pupillary light reflex.   show
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Occlusion of the posterior inferior cerebellar artery may result in:   show
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Under normal conditions, what is the primary driver of cerebral blood flow autoregulation?   show
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What effect does hypercapnia (high carbon dioxide) have on the brain?   show
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What effect does hypocapnia (low carbon dioxide) have on the brain?   show
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show Short ciliary nerve  
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From where does the short ciliary nerve originate?   show
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show Allows a contraction of the radial muscle and thus a dilation of the pupil during periods of high sympathetic activity  
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show Corticosteroids  
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show Subarachnoid space  
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How is a lumbar puncture performed?   show
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What is the cause of lateral pontine syndrome?   show
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How do patients with lateral pontine syndrome present?   show
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show Swelling overlying the fracture site  
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show Below 160 mmHg  
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show Sensorineural hearing loss in the left ear  
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What does a positive Rinne test bilaterally and a Weber test that lateralizes to the left ear indicate?   show
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show Superior orbital foramen  
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What 2 structures exit the skull through the optic foramen?   show
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show Ischemia of the lingual artery (tongue pain), facial artery (facial pain), and the posterior auricular artery (in cyanosis of the ear)  
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How would a lesion of the abducens nerve (CN VI) present?   show
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show Optic canal  
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What causes optic neuritis?   show
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show Multiple sclerosis  
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What are the clinical manifestations of optic neuritis?   show
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What are the common presenting clinical manifestations of lateral medullary (Wallenburg) syndrome?   show
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What is the most commonly damaged nerve from a carotid artery aneurysm?   show
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