After Damage to a Part of Her Brainstem, Reba Is

question 96

Multiple Choice

After damage to a part of her brainstem, Reba is unable to perform simple reflexive actions, such as swallowing or coughing. Which part of the brainstem is most likely to have been affected?

• A) the pons
• B) the cerebellum
• C) the medulla
• D) the reticular formation

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Definitions:

Conventional Tillage

A farming practice that involves plowing the soil to prepare for sowing seeds, often leading to soil erosion and loss of nutrients.

Conservation Tillage

Agricultural practices that minimize the disruption of the soil's structure and composition, aiming to improve water absorption, reduce erosion, and enhance soil health, ultimately supporting sustainable agriculture.

Terracing

An agricultural practice of creating terraces on steep slopes to reduce soil erosion and water runoff, while making steep land more usable for farming.

Wind Erosion

The process of removing soil particles by wind, leading to land degradation and a loss of soil fertility.