Which of the following must you verify when considering weaning an obtunded patient? 1. Adequate gag reflex 2. No depressant drugs 3. Adequate cough
a. 2 and 3 only
b. 1 and 2 only
c. 1, 2, and 3
d. 1 and 3 only
ANS: D
Obtunded patients should, at a minimum, have an adequate gag reflex and cough.
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