In the corneal blink reflex, touching the cornea with a wisp of cotton causes the patient to blink (close his eye). Which nerve carries the afferent neurons in this reflex?

A. Facial
B. Oculomotor
C. Optic
D. Trochlear
E. Ophthalmic division of the trigeminal


Answer: E. Ophthalmic division of the trigeminal

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