The Mortality Rate for VAP Associated with Prolonged Hospital Stays

question 3

Multiple Choice

The mortality rate for VAP associated with prolonged hospital stays is which of the following?

• A) 5% to 25%
• B) 15% to 40%
• C) 25% to 50%
• D) 45% to 75%

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Definitions:

Continental Crust

The thick part of the Earth's crust that forms the large landmasses. It is generally older and more complex than oceanic crust.

Basalt

A fine-grained, dark-colored mafic igneous rock, with or without vesicles and phenocrysts of pyroxene, olivine, or feldspar.

Dark Lava Rock

Often basalt, this is a type of volcanic rock that is rich in iron and magnesium, giving it a dark coloration.

Continental Crust

The thick part of the Earth's crust that forms the continents and continental shelves, consisting mainly of granitic rocks.