During the course of VAP, ____ is a common microbe seen in the first 48 hours.

A. Escherichia coli
B. Pseudomonas aeruginosa
C. Staphylococcus aureus
D. Streptococcus pneumonia


Answer: D

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a. Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) b. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) c. Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) d. Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)

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