Damage to Which of the Following Brain Structures is Most

Question

Damage to which of the following brain structures is most likely to be fatal?
A) caudate nuclei
B) cerebellum
C) brain stem
D) cerebrum

Accepted Answer

The brain stem is responsible for essential life-sustaining functions such as breathing, heart rate, and consciousness. Damage to this region can be fatal. The other structures listed, while important for various functions, are not as critical for immediate survival.