Ventilator Associated Pneumonia (VAP) and Ventilator Associated Events (VAE) represent major patient safety challenges in mechanically ventilated patients, particularly in critical care settings. 22 people have been hospitalized with vaping linked breathing problems. Doctors don't know why. HAP VAP Guideline Summaries Lippincott NursingCenter Abstract, Background and Aims: , Ventilator associated pneumonia (VAP) is a major cause of morbidity and mortality among patients in the Intensive Care Units (ICUs) and results in added healthcare