Question

After her car accident, Sheila could no longer breathe on her own and had to be placed on a ventilator. Sheila's inability to breathe is most likely caused by damage to the brain structure known as the ______________.

Answer 1

Answer:

medulla

Explanation:

Medulla: The term medulla is also denoted as medulla oblongata and is considered as one of the main parts of the hindbrain which is responsible for carrying out functions that are considered as necessary for survival including motor activity, wakefulness, respiratory rhythm, and sleep.

Any damage to Medulla oblongata can lead an individual to face cease in breathing and heartbeat that can even cause death.

In the question above, the given statement represents the medulla.