Which part of the brainstem provides basic automatic rhythm of respiration by sending efferent impulses to the diaphragm and intercostal muscles?
A) Dorsal respiratory group (DRG)
B) Ventral respiratory group
C) Pneumotaxic center
D) Apneustic center

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The basic automatic rhythm of respiration is set by the DRG,a cluster of inspiratory nerve cells located in the medulla that sends efferent impulses to the diaphragm and inspiratory intercostal muscles.This selection is the only option that accurately identifies the appropriate brainstem location.

Which Part of the Brainstem Provides Basic Automatic Rhythm of Respiration