Multiple Choice
The pathogenesis of VAP involves:
1) colonization of the aerodigestive tract.
2) aspiration of contaminated secretions into the lower airways.
3) increased use of silver-coated endotracheal tubes.
4) colonization of lower airways and lung parenchyma.
A) 2 and 3 only
B) 2, 3, and 4 only
C) 1, 2, and 3 only
D) 1, 2, and 4 only
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