A patient who is unable to modulate his own ventilation and heart rate may be suffering damage to which part of his brain?
Correct answer: D. Medulla oblongata
- A. Midbrain
- B. Temporal lobes
- C. Corpus callosum
- D. Medulla oblongata
Explanation
The medulla oblongata, a part of the hindbrain, is primarily responsible for the control of ventilation and heart rate. The cerebellum is responsible for balance and coordination. Therefore, the patient is most likely suffering from damage to the medulla oblongata.
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