Identify the cranial nerve(s) that carry sensory information to the brain
and identify the structures which those nerve innervate 2
Identify the cranial nerve(s) that carry motor commands from the brain
And identify the structures which those nerves control 2
Hypothesis Predict which cranial nerve(s) is/are malfunctioning based on 2
the anatomic location of the cranial fractures
Procedures (2 pts total)
Briefly explain how the function of each of the cranial nerves was
tested in the lab 2
Results (2 pts total)
Report data in table format (include the control data collected in the lab 1
and compare it to the data from Arias examination)
Give proper labels and titles for tables and graphs 1
Discussion (8 pts total)
Summary and interpretation of data
For each test performed, compare the results between the control and
experimental subjects 2
Relate the results to the background information in the Introduction 2
Analysis of results
Explain how the results support the hypothesis
– OR – Explain how the results contradict the hypothesis 3
Describe any points of uncertainty or further questions 1
Literature cited (2 pts total)
APA style list of references and in-text citations 2
Use of correct format for report (see page below) 1
Total points for assignment 25
Format:Your paper must follow the format outlined below. The format of this paper follows the APA research report format. See the sources listed below to help you with this format.
Title Page:The title page should be on a separate sheet of paper and contain
the title of the report, your name, the name(s) of your lab partner(s),
the course number and the date that the report was submitted.
The body of the paper should contain the following clearly labeled sections:
Abstract:In this section, you will include a single paragraph to summarize the background and main results. Although it belongs at the beginning of your paper, you should write this part last.
Introduction: An introduction provides a concise statement, in paragraph form, of the
purpose or aims of the experiment as well as the relevant background about the experiment. Although the introduction varies with the style of the author and tests performed, it should only contain information that is relevant to the case. The introduction should be about one typed page in length. You must include a hypothesis that predicts which cranial nerve(s) is/are damaged. Give the reasoning for your hypothesis based on the anatomical location of the patients cranial fracture. Make sure to cite all references properly in the body of the paper and in the Works Cited section.
Procedures: This section explicitly describes the details of the tests performed. Do not copy directly from the lab manual but be sure to cite the lab manual as a reference. Describe in your own words the procedures you used to test the functions of cranial nerves.
Results:This section is used to present your results. Your data should be tabulated and presented in the form of tables and charts. Make sure that all tables and charts are labeled appropriately. Your results table must include data from each test for both the control and the experimental subjects.
Discussion:The data is analyzed and discussed in this section. It is important to interpret the data, not simply restate it. Here is where you relate your experimental results to existing knowledge of the function of the cranial nerves. Compare the hypothesis you wrote in the beginning to your conclusion after analyzing the test results. Was your hypothesis correct? Its okay if your hypothesis does not match your conclusion, just explain why. Address any points of uncertainty from the experiments. Include suggestions that you may have for improving the design of the tests. If you use material from other sources to support your discussion, you must cite the reference.
Literature Cited:Use the APA format for citations within the paper and in your reference list. (See the sources on APA style listed below)
Useful resources to help you prepare your report
Information about the Scientific Method:
https://www.sciencebuddies.org/science-fair-projects/science-fair/steps-of-the-scientific-method
An example of a scientific paper in APA format: http://www.thewritesource.com/apa/apa.pdf
Information about APA format:
https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/research_and_citation/apa_style/apa_style_introduction.html
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