As part of the care of a mechanically ventilated client, the nursing action that would be inappropriate is
A) providing oral care every 2 hours.
B) keeping the head of the bed flat while intubated.
C) using aseptic technique for suctioning.
D) washing the hands before and after care.

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Ventilator-acquired pneumonia (VAP) is a preventable nosocomial infection that occurs as early as 48 hours after intubation. Interventions to prevent VAP include performing meticulous oral care (a major cause is colonization by oropharyngeal secretions), using aseptic technique to suction, employing good hand-washing technique, and keeping the head of the bed elevated to 30 degrees or higher.

As Part of the Care of a Mechanically Ventilated Client