Ventilator-Associated Pneumonia
VAP
- Leading cause of death in intubated clients
- May be due to aspiration or bacteria from the oral cavity or sinuses.
Nursing Priorities
- Handwashing
- Elevate HOB 30 to 45 degrees
- Good oral care
- Early extubation
- Closed ventilator circuit
- Peptic Ulcer Disease prophylaxis to prevent aspiration