28. Reticular Formation & Reticular Activating System (RAS)

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Where in the brainstem is the reticular formation located?

Runs through center of brainstem

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What is the abbreviation for the reticular activating system?

RAS

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What conscious states are maintained by the reticular activating system?

Consciousness and alertness

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During what transition is the reticular activating system highly active?

Awakening from sleep

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What is the functional state of the reticular activating system when falling asleep?

Inactive state

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What clinical outcome occurs following damage to the reticular activating system?

Loss of consciousness