Information On Intermittent Aspirations Of Subglottic Secretions
By Marci Nielsen The increase in mortality, morbidity, and the cost related to them has led to Nosocomial infections. These hospital-acquired infections are currently turning out to be a major challenge in most hospitals. The Ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP) is one of these infections and it occurs within two to three days after endotracheal intubation. VAP is among the prevalent nosocomial contamination in the ICU and it increases the morbidity, hospital costs, and mortality rate of the intubated patients. The intermittent aspirations of subglottic secretions help in the treatment of these conditions. The incidence rate of VAP will depend on the number of patients under examination. When taking a patient to the clinic, makes sure you identify the size and the facilities at the intensive care unit. Patients with pneumonia require emergency medical attention and you should not keep such persons at home. Consult your neighbors about the best health center for treating the con...