Neuroanatomy- CNS brainstem

Question 1

the brainstem is located in the __ of the cerebellum with connection to the __ __

Answer 1

front; spinal cord

Question 2

what 3 structures found within the midbrain and hindbrain does the brainstem consist of?

Answer 2

midbrain
pons
medulla oblongata

Question 3

what are the functions of the brainstem?

Answer 3

acts as a relay center, sending messages between various parts of the body and and cerebral cortex
regulation of primitive functions heart rate and respiratory rate

Question 4

what brain structure acts as a relay center, sending messages between various parts of the body and and cerebral cortex and
regulates primitive functions like heart rate and respiratory rate

Answer 4

brainstem

Question 5

the __ __ __ is found within the midbrain, pons, medulla and portion of the thalamus

Answer 5

reticular activating system

Question 6

severe damage to the brainstem often results in what?

Answer 6

brain death secondary to the key functions that are controlled within this area

Question 7

the __ of cranial nerves originate within the brainstem

Answer 7

majority