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Objective surveillance definitions for ventilator-associated pneumoniaKlompas Michael, Magill Shelley, Robicsek Ari, et al for the CDC Prevention Epicenters Program Crit Care Med, 2012, published ahead of print, doi: 10.1097/CCM.0b013e3 This page is only available to Crit-IQ subscribers. To view the rest of this review and gain access to our vast array of critical care teaching tools including podcasts, vodcasts, modules, exam preparation tools, teaching aids and much more, login here, or Become a Member to register |
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VAP is a big issue in ICUs and quality programs, and it is hard to define. The CDC definition we are accustomed to includes;
Radiologic criteria (two or more serial radiographs with at least one of the following)
1. New or progressive and persistent...