Frontiers Oral care medications for the prevention and treatment of ventilator associated pneumonia in intensive care unit Preventing Ventilator Associated Pneumonia ( VAP ) : * Head of the bed elevation : maintain the head of the bed elevated ( 30 40 ) * Daily sedation interruptions and assessment Preventing ventilatorassociated pneumonia by non pharmacological interventions strictly indicate IMV & maintain as short as possible develop evidence based VAP prevention bundles tailored to local conditions enhance hand hygiene compliance Preventing Ventilator Associated Pneumonia in hospitals GOI Guidelines Ventilator Associated Pneumonia (VAP): Prevention Matter Small preventive measures can make a BIG difference in critical care. Prevent infection. Protect lungs. Save lives. #VAP #MechanicalVentilation #RespiratoryTherapy #CriticalCare