6. In a comatose patient, tracheostomy may be indicated for: A. Upper airway obstruction C. Tracheobronchial toileting Answer: B. Assisted ventilation B. Assisted ventilation D. Prevention of aspiration
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Answer: B. Assisted ventilation
In a comatose patient, tracheostomy is commonly performed when prolonged mechanical or assisted ventilation is anticipated. It provides a stable airway and facilitates ventilatory support and airway suctioning.
Tracheobronchial toileting can be an additional benefit, but in this question the primary indication is assisted ventilation.
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