What function of the medulla should the nurse incorporate into the client's teaching about the brain stem?
A) Reflex center
B) Carries messages between the cerebrum and medulla
C) Responsible for respiration
D) Centers for vital body functions, such as heart rate, vasomotor tone, and respirations

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The medulla oblongata is part of the brainstem and is responsible for regulating vital body functions such as heart rate, vasomotor tone, and respiration.

What Function of the Medulla Should the Nurse Incorporate into the Client's