The nurse is assessing the 6 stages of cardinal gaze. This test assesses:
A.
Cranial nerves III, IV, and X for eye muscle strength.
B.
Cranial nerves III, IV, and VI for ocular motor movements.
C.
Cranial nerves IV, V and VII for visual accuracy.
D.
Cranial nerve II for visual acuity.
The Correct Answer is B
The correct answer is:
B. Cranial nerves III, IV, and VI for ocular motor movements.
Explanation: The 6 stages of cardinal gaze, also known as the six cardinal fields of gaze, are used to assess the function of cranial nerves III (oculomotor nerve), IV (trochlear nerve), and VI (abducens nerve). These nerves control the movements of the eye muscles, ensuring that the eyes can move smoothly and accurately in all directions. The test helps evaluate the coordination and strength of these muscles and the overall function of these cranial nerves.