Which of the following statements is true regarding oral care for the prevention of ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP) ?
A) Tooth brushing is performed every 2 hours for the greatest effect.
B) Implementing a comprehensive oral care program is an intervention for preventing VAP.
C) Oral care protocols should include oral suctioning and brushing teeth.
D) Protocols that include chlorhexidine gluconate have been effective in preventing VAP.
E) Using oral swabs or toothettes are just as effective as brushing the teeth.
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