My niece was in a bad car accident. she is in a coma for 7 days now. she can cough and gag but pupils are fixed. what does that mean and what can be done?

I am sorry to learn about your niece's condition. Her management is complex and please review with your ICU team The bedside nurse may be able to answer your questions.

A traumatic brain injury of the severity described may improve over time as brain can heal over 12-18 months following injury. The hospital staff and her neurologist or neurosurgeon can provide prognosis