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Thomas P Hellyer1, Victoria Ewan1, Peter Wilson2, A John Simpson1.
Abstract
Ventilator-associated pneumonia is an important healthcare-associated infection. Interventions for the prevention of ventilator-associated pneumonia are often used within bundles of care. Recent evidence has challenged widespread practices mandating a review of subject. This article outlines guidance for ventilator-associated pneumonia prevention.Entities:
Keywords: Ventilator-associated pneumonia; bundles; healthcare-associated infection; prevention
Year: 2016 PMID: 28979497 PMCID: PMC5606527 DOI: 10.1177/1751143716644461
Source DB: PubMed Journal: J Intensive Care Soc ISSN: 1751-1437