Describe the Function of the Brain Stem
Sensory function food intake control bodys ability to sleep. The brain stem contains the pons and medulla oblongata. Pin By Diana Ro On Psychiatry Neurology Brain Stem Medical Knowledge Progressive Supranuclear Palsy The middle portion of the brainstem coordinates facial movements hearing and balance. . This is an integral function because the brain stem acts as a relay system between the cerebrum cerebellum and spinal cord relaying important signals and information pertaining to vital functions. The brain stem controls the flow of messages between the brain and the rest of the body and it also controls basic body functions such as breathing swallowing heart rate blood pressure consciousness and whether one is awake or sleepy. The pons is the primary structure of the brain stem present between the midbrain and medulla oblongata. There are three main functions of the brainstem. Diseases of the brainstem can result in abnorm...