Ian has been in a coma since he was in a serious car accident. He is still on life support because he is unable to breathe on his own. Which area of Ian's brain is likely damaged?

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The medulla, located in the brainstem, controls important involuntary functions such as breathing and heart rate. Ian's inability to breathe on his own indicates damage to this area.

Ian Has Been in a Coma Since He Was in a Serious