Midbrain Flashcards
1
Q
What are the features of the midbrain?
A
Reticular formation
2
Q
What is the role of the reticular formation?
A
The reticular formation helps us to selectively focus our attention and alertness, and controls our physiological arousal.
3
Q
What do side branches do to the reticular formation?
A
send its own impulses up towards the cortex, arousing it to a stage of alertness and activity.
state of conscious awareness.
It also plays a role in regulating the ANS function (Automatic Nervous System).
4
Q
What is the reticular formation referred to?
A
The brain’s arousal centre
5
Q
How do anaesthetics affect brain’s arousal centre?
A
Suppress the role of the reticular formation hence people cant recall sensations and perceptions.
