PDF] The Clinical Diagnosis of Ventilator Associated Pneumonia Semantic Scholar What is VAP? (Ventilator Associated Pneumonia) Medical Definition Ventilator Associated Pneumonia (VAP) is a serious ICU risk but it can be prevented with the right care. Key risk factors: prolonged ventilation, poor oral hygiene, improper positioning, and contaminated equipment. Diagnosing ventilator associated pneumonia (VAP) in UK NHS ICUs: the perceived value and role of a novel optical technology Diagnostic and Prognostic Research Springer Nature Link Category: Healthcare Associated Infections GNSH PROPHY VAP: Ceftriaxone to prevent early ventilator associated pneumonia The Bottom Line