The Brain - 9.2 - The Brainstem

The ascending tracts of the spinal cord continue into the part of the brain called the:

The descending tracts of the brainstem next travel into the:

Name the three parts of the brainstem.

Arrange the following in order from superior to inferior. Medulla oblongata, Midbrain, Pons

Where does the brainstem connect to the spinal cord?

A stroke is more likely to be fatal if it occurs in the ________________ part of the brain.

What three vital centers are found in the medulla oblongata?

The cardiac center of the medulla oblongata receives input and controls (regulates):

The respiratory center of the medulla oblongata receives input and controls (regulates):

What spinal nerve is associated with the diaphragm muscle that causes breathing?

The respiratory center of the medulla oblongata regulates the breathing rate via what spinal nerve?

The vasomotor center of the medulla oblongata receives input and controls (regulates):

What is the “relay station” for nerve signals going to the cerebellum from the cerebrum?

Auditory and Vision reflexes are found in what brainstem structure?

The inferior and superior colliculi are located on the:

The inferior and superior colliculi are associated with:

Where would on find the nuclei that control the heart rate, breathing rate and depth as well as blood pressure?

What part of the brain contains the visual reflex which will turn your head towards light?

Which part of the brain contains the auditory reflex which will turn your head towards a loud or strange sound?