The Intensive Care Society recommended bundle of interventions for the prevention of ventilator-associated pneumonia (20 April 2016)

Summary

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.