A small lesion in the brainstem which resulted in a rapid heart rate, intense vasoconstriction, and elevated blood pressure would probably be located in the ________.
A) medulla oblongata
B) pons
C) cerebellum
D) hypothalamus
E) cerebrum

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The medulla oblongata is responsible for regulating autonomic functions such as heart rate and blood pressure. A lesion in this area can disrupt these controls, leading to symptoms like rapid heart rate, intense vasoconstriction, and elevated blood pressure.

A Small Lesion in the Brainstem Which Resulted in a Rapid