What is the reticular activating system (RAS) essential to? (Select all that apply.)
a. Concentration
b. Wakefulness
c. Speech
d. Attention
e. Memory
f.
Introspection
ANS: A, B, D, F
The RAS, located on the brainstem, is essential to wakefulness, attention, concentration, and introspection.
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