Question

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the midbrain, pons, and medulla oblongata have numerous autonomic nuclei that control which of the following? more than one answer may be correct.
□ swallowing
□ defecation
□ pupillary control
□ erection and ejaculation
□ salivation
□ sweating

Explanation:

The midbrain, pons, and medulla oblongata (parts of the brainstem) have autonomic nuclei. Swallowing (involving cranial nerves in the brainstem), pupillary control (midbrain has nuclei related to this), and salivation (nuclei in brainstem for salivary gland control) are functions controlled by these regions. Defecation, erection and ejaculation, and sweating are more related to spinal cord - level autonomic control rather than the brainstem autonomic nuclei in the midbrain, pons, and medulla oblongata.

Answer:

swallowing, pupillary control, salivation