The optimal approach for the prevention of ventilator-associated complications (VACs)
is currently unknown. A retrospective pre–post intervention analysis was conducted
to assess a multifaceted educational intervention targeting the most common causes
for VACs and VAC risk factors. Results indicated that the addition of this intervention
to existing infection control and treatment protocols did not demonstrate a decrease
in VAC occurrence or duration of mechanical ventilation.
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Published online: May 27, 2016
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