Which Brain Structure Is Best Described as a "Relay Station

question 78

Multiple Choice

Which brain structure is best described as a "relay station"?

• A)Hypothalamus
• B)Thalamus
• C)Basal ganglia
• D)Limbic system
• E)Cerebellum

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Definitions:

Alveoli

Tiny air sacs within the lungs where the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide takes place.

Endotracheal Tube

A flexible tube inserted through the mouth into the trachea to maintain an open airway.

Suctioning

The process of removing mucus and other bodily fluids from a patient's airway to prevent or relieve obstruction and maintain adequate ventilation.

Trendelenburg Position

A medical position where the patient is laid flat on their back with the legs elevated higher than the head, often used to facilitate venous return in certain conditions.