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Which test compares the direct and consensual responses to the pupil?
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What is the consensual reflex of the pupil?
the pupil gets smaller because there is an abundance of light present.
Is the response of your pupil a reflex or a voluntary action?
The constriction of pupils in response to bright light is called the pupillary light reflex. If the light is shining directly into one eye, then the pupil in that eye will constrict (a direct response), but so will the pupil in the non-illuminated eye (a consensual response).This reflex involves two cranial nerves: the optic nerve, which senses the light, and the oculomotor nerve, which constricts both pupils. It is considered involuntary since you don't think about it.
What cranial nerve controls the response of the illuminated eye?
If the light is shining directly into one eye, then the pupil in that eye will constrict (a direct response), but so will the pupil in the non-illuminated eye (a consensual response). This reflex involves two cranial nerves: the optic nerve, which senses the light, and the oculomotor nerve, which constricts both pupils.
Why would such a response be of significant value in pupillary reflex?
Clinical significance[edit]In addition to controlling the amount of light that enters the eye, the pupillary light reflex provides a useful diagnostic tool. It allows for testing the integrity of the sensory and motorfunctions of the eye.[1]Under normal conditions, the pupils of both eyes respond identically to a light stimulus, regardless of which eye is being stimulated. Light entering one eye produces a constriction of the pupil of that eye, the direct response, as well as a constriction of the pupil of the unstimulated eye, the consensual response. Comparing these two responses in both eyes is helpful in locating a lesion.[1][5]For example, a direct response in the right pupil without a consensual response in the left pupil suggests a problem with the motor connection to the left pupil (perhaps as a result of damage to the oculomotor nerve or Edinger-Westphal nucleus of the brainstem). Lack of response to light stimulation of the right eye if both eyes respond normally to stimulation of the left eye indicates damage to the sensory input from the right eye (perhaps to the right retina or optic nerve).[1]Emergency room physicians routinely assess the pupillary reflex because it is useful for gauging brain stem function. Normally, pupils react (i.e. constrict) equally. Lack of the pupillary reflex or an abnormal pupillary reflex can be caused by optic nerve damage, oculomotor nerve damage, brain stem death and depressant drugs, such as barbiturates.Normally, both pupils should constrict with light shone into either eye alone. On testing each reflex for each eye, several patterns are possible.[6]Optic nerve damage on one side: (Example in parens.: Left optic nerve lesion) The ipsilateral direct reflex is lost (Example: when the left eye is stimulated, neither pupil constricts, as no signals reach the brain from the left eye due to its damaged optic nerve)The ipsilateral consensual reflex is intact (because light shone into the right eye can signal to the brain, causing constriction of both pupils via the normal oculomotor nerves)The contralateral direct reflex is intact (because light shone into the right eye can signal to the brain, causing constriction of both pupils via the normal oculomotor nerves)The contralateral consensual reflex is lost (because light shone into the eye on the damaged side cannot signal to the brain; therefore, despite the right eye's motor pathway (oculomotor nerve) being intact, no signals from the left eye are able to stimulate it due to the damage to the sensory pathway (optic nerve) of the left eye)Oculomotor nerve damage on one side: (Example in parens: Left oculomotor lesion) The ipsilateral direct reflex is lost (Example: when the left eye is stimulated, only the right pupil constricts)The ipsilateral consensual reflex is lost (Example: when the right eye is stimulated, only the right pupil constricts)The contralateral direct reflex is intact (because light shone into both eyes can still signal to the brain, and the pupil on the undamaged side will still be able to constrict via its normal oculomotor nerve)The contralateral consensual reflex is intact (because light shone into the left eye can still signal to the brain via the normal optic nerve, causing attempted constriction of both pupils; the contralateral pupil constricts via its normal oculomotor nerve, but the ipsilateral pupil is unable to constrict due to its damaged oculomotor nerve)
Why do pupils constrict?
Pupils constrict when an object is brought closer to the eyes, to help them focus properly on it. Also pupils constrict when hit by light, the brighter the light, the bigger the constriction. If an equal amount of light shines into both eyes, the degree of constriction is generally equal. However, if the light is directed primarily into one eye (i.e., with a flashlight), the pupil of that eye greatly constricts (direct reflex) while the pupil of the other eye shows a much smaller degree of constriction (consensual reflex).
How many muscles move eyeball?
6- superior and inferior rectus. lateral rectus. medial rectus. inferior oblique and superior oblique
What is the possessive noun for pupil?
Pupil's The pupil's mother came to school.
What is the black hole in the center of the iris?
The black circle in the middle of the iris in your eye is called a pupil. It dilates to adjust with sunlight.
What is the homograph word for pupil?
A homograph for "pupil" is "pupil," which can also refer to the small, dark hole in the center of the eye.
The opening through which light enters the eye?
The pupil allows light to enter the eye.
What is the apostrophe of pupil Questions?
The word pupil is a common singular noun. It requires no apostrophe.The pupil looked bored.If the word pupil has a possession or belonging, it needs an apostrophe.The pupil's questions challenged me.The principal was amazed at the pupil's insightful questions.
Is a student a Pupil?
Yes, a student is a pupil.
