The nurse is caring for an intubated child on mechanical ventilation.What interventions should the nurse implement to prevent ventilator-assisted pneumonia (VAP) ?
A) Routine oral hygiene
B) Appropriate hand hygiene
C) Limit oropharyngeal suctioning of secretions
D) Elevating the head of the bed 30 to 45 degrees
E) Wearing gloves to handle respiratory secretions
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