MCQ IN MEDICINE

MEDICINE MCQ

NEUROLOGY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The ____ coordinates movement and balance.
A
cerebrum
B
atrium
C
cerebellum
D
brain stem
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The cerebellum is the part of the brain most involved in coordinating sequences of movements. It also controls balance and posture. Anything that damages the cerebellum can lead to loss of coordination (ataxia). However, Many other disorders can also cause loss of coordination.

Detailed explanation-2: -The cerebellum receives information from other regions of the brain and nervous system including the brain stem, spinal cord, and cerebrum. This incoming information is then used by the cerebellum to coordinate and control voluntary movements.

Detailed explanation-3: -The primary function of the cerebellum is evidently to detect the difference, or “motor error, ‘’ between an intended movement and the actual movement, and, through its projections to the upper motor neurons, to reduce the error.

Detailed explanation-4: -Cerebellum. This is the back of the brain. It coordinates voluntary muscle movements and helps to maintain posture, balance, and equilibrium.

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