Brain stem Flashcards
1
Q
Where is the brain stem located?
A
Connects to the spinal chord
2
Q
Motor and sensory functions
A
Brain stem carries motor and sensory nerves to the brain to the rest of the body via spinal chord
3
Q
Autonomic functions
A
Basic life functions: Heartbeat, breathing, sleeping, eating
4
Q
Why is it called autonomic?
A
It is automatic
5
Q
What is the most developed part of the brain at birth?
A
Brain stem- we need our brain stem to survive
