WEEK 2: BRAINSTEM

Question 1

State the functions of the brainstem.

Answer 1

*Pathway for tracts
*Contain cranial nerves
*Contain reflex control centers

Question 2

State the 3 parts that make up the brainstem.

Answer 2

Midbrain, medulla and Pons

Question 3

State the parts found the posterior portion of the midbrain.

Answer 3

TECTUM
Contains the Quadrigeminal plate which has CORPORA QUADRIGEMIA
*2Suprior Colliculi- Visual reflexes
*2 inferior Auditory nerves

CEREBELLAR PEDUNCLES
*SUPERIR . MIDDLE AND INFERIOR