The Part of the Brainstem Closest to the Spinal Cord

question 163

Multiple Choice

The part of the brainstem closest to the spinal cord is the _____; it is important for such functions as _____.

• A) pons; breathing and heart rate
• B) pons; movement
• C) medulla; breathing and heart rate
• D) medulla; movement

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