Twelve Pairs of Cranial Nerves Arise Within the Cranial Cavity

Multiple Choice

Twelve pairs of cranial nerves arise within the cranial cavity.Although they are part of the peripheral nervous system,from a surgical standpoint they are considered part of the anatomy of the head.Which three pairs of nerves,conveniently considered together because of their motor influence on the eye,are subject to toxic,inflammatory,vascular,and neoplastic lesions?

A) Ninth, tenth, and eleventh cranial nerves
B) Second, third, and fourth cranial nerves
C) Third, fourth, and sixth cranial nerves
D) First, second, and third cranial nerves