Monitoring Ventilator Associated Events: Slide Presentation Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality Life in icu follow for more clinical tips Ventilator Associated Pneumonia (VAP) Definition: Pneumonia that develops 4872 hours after endotracheal intubation and mechanical ventilation. Common Causes Gram negative bacilli Life in icu follow for more clinical tips VAP Bundle (ICU Focus) 1 Elevation of Head of Bed 3045 upright position Reduces aspiration risk 2 Daily Sedation Interruption & Assessment of Importance of Infection Prevention from VAP and Use of Care Bundle Checklist Ventilator Associated Pneumonia (VAP) EMCrit Project