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Michael, a seven-year-old boy, fell from his bicycle onto a stone pavement on the road. He was rushed to a hospital immediately. However, he could neither open his eyes nor respond to stimuli. Michael's loss of consciousness was most likely due to:_______.

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Damage to the reticular activating system of the brain stem. Explanation: The human brain is a combination of so many parts. Each and every part hasa special work to do.
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It was due to damage to the reticular activating system.

Reticular activating system is the bundle of nerves at the brain-stem which filters information to allow important one get to the brain for processing.

  • The reticular activating system regulates the arousal and sleep wake transitions.

  • The system maintains the sleep and wake cycle. Thus, any damage could led to state like induced sleep which is unconsciousness.

In conclusion, the damage to the brain caused by sudden fall might heal itself or requires surgery for correction.

Learn more about Reticular activating system here

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