Sherpath-Neuroanatomy of the Brain

What is the function of the reticular activating system (RAS)?

Allows the brain to ignore meaningless stimuli RAS filters relevant versus irrelevant stimuli and allows the brain to ignore meaningless stimuli and respond to others.

Which nerves carry information from the CNS to muscles and glands?

Efferent

Which area of the nervous system integrates reflexes to stimuli?

Grey matter of spinal cord

Which human functions are regulated by the hypothalamus?

Heart rate Reproduction Temperature Food and water intake

Lesions of the cerebellum can produce which effect?

Intention tremors

Which area of the brainstem is responsible for vomiting and swallowing?

Medulla oblongata The medulla oblongata controls vomiting and swallowing.

Which describe the autonomic nervous system? Select all that apply. Transmits sensory input from brain to spinal cord Part of the PNS that works without conscious effort Divided into central and peripheral nervous systems Divided into sympathetic and parasympathetic systems Transmits information from endocrine system to target organs

Part of the PNS that works without conscious effort Divided into sympathetic and parasympathetic systems Transmits information from endocrine system to target organs

Which function does the pyramidal track control?

Voluntary movements