As the result of a brain tumor,a patient is having trouble with balance.The patient's significant other is concerned and asks the nurse how a tumor could affect the patient's balance.The nurse explains that the tumor is growing in the part of the brain that is responsible for balance.The significant other asks,"Which part of the brain controls balance?" The nurse's response would be which of the following?

A) Pons
B) Cerebrum
C) Cerebellum
D) Hypothalamus

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Saroj LAmichhane · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : C, Explanation :  The cerebellum and the inner ear control balance through the nervous system.The major function of the cerebellum is to coordinate all voluntary movement.The pons deals with levels of arousal,consciousness,and sleep.The cerebrum controls thoughts,memory,decision making,and communication.The hypothalamus controls the autonomic functions of the peripheral nervous system.

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