Table of contents

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

12. The Central Nervous System

Introduction to the Central Nervous System

Anatomy & Physiology

12. The Central Nervous System

Introduction to the Central Nervous System

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Multiple Choice

The pH of the cerebrospinal fluid is monitored by which of these brainstem centers?

Thalamus

Cerebellum

Medullary chemoreceptors

Pons

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Understand that the pH of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) is crucial for maintaining homeostasis in the brain, as it affects the function of neurons and other cells.

Recognize that the brainstem contains several centers that are involved in monitoring and regulating various physiological parameters, including the pH of the CSF.

Identify the medullary chemoreceptors as the specific brainstem center responsible for monitoring the pH of the cerebrospinal fluid. These chemoreceptors are located in the medulla oblongata, which is part of the brainstem.

Learn that the medullary chemoreceptors detect changes in the pH of the CSF by sensing the concentration of hydrogen ions (H+) and carbon dioxide (CO2) levels, which are closely related to pH.

Understand that when the pH of the CSF changes, the medullary chemoreceptors send signals to the respiratory centers in the brainstem to adjust the rate and depth of breathing, thereby helping to regulate the pH back to normal levels.