When testing the Vestibulocochlear nerve, a watch is slowly brought towards the patients ear. A positive test is indicated by an ability to hear the ticking sound at ..... inches or a significant bilateral difference.

CRANIAL NERVES

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When testing the Vestibulocochlear nerve, a watch is slowly brought towards the patient’s ear. A positive test is indicated by an ability to hear the ticking sound at ____ inches or a significant bilateral difference.

A	12-18
B	18-24
C	24-30
D	30-36

Explanation:

Detailed explanation-1: -vestibulocochlear nerve: Also known as the auditory vestibular nerve, this is the eighth of twelve cranial nerves, and it is responsible for transmitting sound and equilibrium (balance) information from the inner ear to the brain.

Detailed explanation-2: -The cochlear division of CN 8 is tested by screening for auditory acuity. This can be done by the examiner lightly rubbing their fingers by each ear or by using a ticking watch. Compare right versus left.

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NEET PG DENTAL EXAM

BRAIN

CRANIAL NERVES