Ventilator-Associated Pneumonia (VAP)is a Major Concern for Ventilated Patients Because

question 20

Multiple Choice

Ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP) is a major concern for ventilated patients because it:

• A) Occurs in 5% of ventilated patients
• B) Causes 75% of nosocomial infections in vented patients
• C) Develops within 24 hours of intubation
• D) Increases hospital stay length and mortality