Multiple Choice
The nurse is caring for a mechanically ventilated patient.The nurse understands that strategies to prevent ventilator-associated pneumonia include which of the following?
A) Drain condensate from the ventilator tubing away from the patient.
B) Elevate the head of the bed 30 to 45 degrees.
C) Instill normal saline as part of the suctioning procedure.
D) Perform regular oral care with chlorhexidine.
E) Awaken the patient daily to determine the need for continued ventilation.
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