Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 73%
Simulated
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is receiving mechanical ventilation. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to prevent ventilator-associated pneumonia?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Perform oral care every 4 hours: Regular oral care reduces bacterial growth in the mouth, decreasing the risk of pneumonia. Generated rationale: Oral hygiene minimizes colonization of pathogens that could be aspirated into the lungs, a key strategy in preventing ventilator-associated pneumonia.