NURSING ANM AND GNM

NURSING EXAM QUESTIONS

PAEDIATRIC NURSING

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which nursing management strategies help to prevent ventilator associated pneumonia?
A
Bedrest
B
Subglottic suction of secretions
C
Change ventilator circuit tubing every 8 hours
D
Elevate HOB 30-45 degrees
E
Oral care with chlorhexidine
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Minimize ventilator exposure. Provide excellent oral hygiene care. Coordinate care for subglottic suctioning. Maintain optimal positioning and encourage mobility. Ensure adequate staffing.

Detailed explanation-2: -Results from this systematic review and meta-analysis indicate that oral care with chlorhexidine is effective in reducing VAP incidence only in the adult population and if administered at a 2% concentration or 4 times/d.

Detailed explanation-3: -OHC that includes either chlorhexidine mouthwash or gel is associated with a 40% reduction in the odds of developing ventilator-associated pneumonia in critically ill adults.

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