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. 2016 Aug;17(3):238-243.
doi: 10.1177/1751143716644461. Epub 2016 Apr 20.

The Intensive Care Society recommended bundle of interventions for the prevention of ventilator-associated pneumonia

Thomas P Hellyer  1 , Victoria Ewan  1 , Peter Wilson  2 , A John Simpson  1
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The Intensive Care Society recommended bundle of interventions for the prevention of ventilator-associated pneumonia

Thomas P Hellyer et al. J Intensive Care Soc. 2016 Aug.

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.

Keywords: Ventilator-associated pneumonia; bundles; healthcare-associated infection; prevention.

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