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The Anatomy and Function of the Brainstem

The Anatomy and Function of the Brainstem. A review. Medulla Oblongata Ascending and descending tracts Connect spinal cord with the brain Some tracts cross over in medulla Reticular formation - controls consciousness Reflex centers. MIDBRAIN R eflex center

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The Anatomy and Function of the Brainstem

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  1. The Anatomy and Function of the Brainstem A review

  2. Medulla Oblongata Ascending and descending tracts Connect spinal cord with the brain Some tracts cross over in medulla Reticular formation - controls consciousness Reflex centers

  3. MIDBRAIN Reflex center Controls movement of head and eyeball (visual stimuli) Controls movement of head and trunk (auditory stimuli) PONS Connects spinal cord with brain Helps control breathing

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  5. CEREBELLUM Functions • coordinating muscular movements • maintaining posture • maintaining balance

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