The Part of the Brainstem Primarily Responsible for Heartbeat and Breathing

question 192

Multiple Choice

The part of the brainstem primarily responsible for heartbeat and breathing is the:

• A) thalamus.
• B) reticular activating system.
• C) pons.
• D) medulla.

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