Partners in the Prevention of Ventilator Associated Pneumonia Preventing Ventilator Associated Pneumonia ( VAP ) : * Head of the bed elevation : maintain the head of the bed elevated ( 30 40 ) * Daily sedation interruptions and assessment Reducing risk for ventilator associated pneumonia through nursing sensitive interventions ScienceDirect Ventilator Associated Pneumonia After Cardiac Arrest and Prevention Strategies: A Narrative Review 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.