PATHOLOGY

PATHOLOGY MCQ

NERVOUS SYSTEM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is function of cerebellum?
A
controls balance
B
memory center
C
conscious thought
D
control hearth rate
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The cerebellum is important for movement control and plays a particularly crucial role in balance and locomotion. As such, one of the most characteristic signs of cerebellar damage is walking ataxia.

Detailed explanation-2: -The flocculonodular lobe. It is the oldest part of the brain in evolutionary terms (archicerebellum) and participates mainly in balance and spatial orientation. Its primary connections are with the vestibular nuclei, although it also receives visual and other sensory input.

Detailed explanation-3: -The cerebellum, which means “little brain, ‘’ is a part of the brain involved in coordinating movement and balance. It can also play a role in cognitive functions like language and attention.

Detailed explanation-4: -walking. posture. balance. coordination. eye movements. speech. 21-Jan-2018

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