Braini Flashcards
1
Q
Meninges
A
Brain and spinal cord completely surrounded by 3 layers of tissues
Named from outwards to inwards
- dura matter - protective covering
- arachnoid matter
- pia material
In brain 2 spaces are associated with the meninges
- subdural space
- subarachnoid space
2
Q
Parts of brain stem
A
Midbrain - Eye movement and reflex responses to sound and vision
Pons - feeding and sleeping
Medulla - cardiovascular and respiratory centres contains major motor pathway
3
Q
Cerebral spinal fluid
A
Supports and protects brain and spinal cord by maintaining a uniform pressure around the structure
Acts as a cushion or shock absorber
Regulation of breathing
