PATHOLOGY

PATHOLOGY MCQ

NERVOUS SYSTEM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The part of the brain that controls involuntary processes
A
medulla
B
cerebrum
C
cerebellum
D
spinal cord
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The medulla oblongata is the rod-shaped part of the brain which is seen below the cerebrum, located near the cerebellum of the brain. It controls involuntary actions like heartbeat and breathing.

Detailed explanation-2: -The medulla controls various involuntary actions such as heartbeat, breathing, blood pressure and peristaltic movement in the body.

Detailed explanation-3: -Involuntary behaviour is under the spontaneous control of the medulla oblongata, commonly referred to as the midbrain.

Detailed explanation-4: -Manages heart, circulation and breathing. Your medulla is where your cardiovascular and respiratory systems link together into a united system that controls your heart rate, breathing, blood pressure and more. Manages other automatic processes.

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