Cerebral Lobes Flashcards
Where are the frontal, temporal, occipital and parietal lobes found?
Frontal - front, der…
Temporal - under the frontal, above the medulla, on side near ears
Occipital - near the bottom, above the cerebellum
Parietal - beside the frontal lobe
What are the 4 primary areas of the brain called?
Lobes
What is the frontal lobe responsible for?
Decision making processes
What is the temporal lobe responsible for?
Functions related to hearing
What is the parietal lobe responsible for?
Functions related to senses
What is the occipital lobe responsible for?
Functions related to sight
What is the cerebrum responsible for?
Higher order thinking
What is the cerebellum responsible for?
Coordination of movement
What is the medulla responsible for?
Regulates life support systems