Signs and symptoms of ventilator associated pneumonia (VAP)

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDD), the following are generally considered the signs and symptoms of ventilator associated pneumonia (VAP.

• Chest X-ray showing new or progressive diffuse infiltrate which is not attributable to any other cause
• Onset of purulent sputum
• Fever greater than 38.5°C (101°F)
• Leukocytosis
• Positive sputum or blood cultures