Question

37) The integrating center for neural control of blood pressure resides in theA) medulla oblongata.B) cerebellum.C) pons variolli.D) hypothalamus.E) cerebrum.

Answer 1

The Medulla Oblongata

Step-by-step explanation:

The Medulla has two regions which control heart beat rate ie the *Cardiac inhibitory center* which reduces the heart rate and the *Cardiac accelerator Center* which increases the heart rate thus having overall effect on the blood pressure.

Answer 2

Medulla oblongata

Step-by-step explanation:

Medulla oblongata is found at the lower half of the brainstem continuous with the spinal cord. The medulla oblongata controls the center of vomiting, vasomotor centers for regulating heart rate, cardiac, respiratory and blood pressure. Furthermore, Medulla oblongata connects the higher levels of the brain to the spinal cord and also controls autonomic functions.