The document discusses a poster presentation on aspiration pneumonia, emphasizing its prevalence, particularly among the elderly, and the importance of management strategies for registered nurses. It outlines best practices such as suctioning, oxygen supplementation, and appropriate antibiotic therapy while highlighting the need for tailored treatment based on sputum cultures. Feedback from a marker indicates a need for a more comprehensive understanding of the topic and clarification on whether the focus is on prevention or management.

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Title: Aspiration pneumonia: Best practice to avoid
complications
Background
Aspiration pneumonia is a lung infection due to inhaled
contents; this is a relevant topic because aspiration pneumonia
is prevalent and accounts for up to 15% of all pneumonia cases
and is particularly common in older people, and thus it is
important for nurses to be aware of how to manage the
condition particularly as the population is ageing so this will be
of more concern (Kwong, Howden & Charles 2011).
Target Audience
The target audience for this presentation is experienced
Registered Nurses and thus the presentation has been designed
for this group.
Main Findings
Aspiration pneumonia is an infection within the lungs that
occurs after a person aspirates either liquid, vomit or food into

2. the larynx and lower respiratory tract; this can occur when an
individual inhales their gastric or oral contents. Patients at risk
include individuals who are elderly or those who have a marked
disturbance of consciousness such as that resulting from a drug
overdose, seizures, a massive cerebrospinal accident, dysphagia
or dysphasia (Kwong, Howden & Charles 2011). Aspiration
pneumonia can quickly develop into respiratory failure, abscess
and empyema and this requires supportive care, which is the
main form of therapy, however prophylactic antimicrobial
therapy is also often prescribed (Joundi, Wong & Leis 2015).
Best practice suggests suctioning, supplemental oxygen to keep
O2 above 90%, septic shock therapy, management of
hypotension and antibiotic therapy for 7-10 days. Sputum
cultures should be taken so that antibiotics can be tailored
appropriately (McAdams-Jones & Sundar 2012).
Implications for Practice
These findings are important for registered nurses to be aware
of so that aspiration pneumonia can be managed appropriately
and complications can be avoided, which could cause increased
hospital stay and costs. Nurses need to be aware of the best
practice recommendations such as oxygen supplementation, sit
up while eating, provide thickened foods and drinks, dental care
and about taking sputum cultures when managing aspiration
pneumonia so that treatment can be tailored appropriately and
recovery can occur quickly.
Feedback from marker (Teacher)
Thank you for your abstract.

3. You have just managed a pass grade, your work is very basic
and you will need to engage with the basic practice literature to
ensure you have a comprehensive understanding of this topic in
your poster.
I am also unclear on your focus, is this about prevention of
aspiration or management once it has occurred or both?
Kind regards Andrea
Sources of Evidence

4. Joundi, R, Wong, B & Leis, J 2015, "Antibiotics “Just-In-Case”
in a Patient With Aspiration Pneumonitis", JAMA Internal
Medicine, vol. 175, no. 4, p. 489.
Kwong, J, Howden, B & Charles, P 2011, "New aspirations: the
debate on aspiration pneumonia treatment guidelines", The
Medical Journal of Australia, vol. 195, no. 7, pp. 380-381.
McAdams-Jones, D & Sundar, K 2012, "Jump into action
against aspiration pneumonia", American Nurse Today, vol. 7,
no. 6.
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Sujan Poster/poster_presentation.htmlHelpful Hints for the
Poster Presentation
OverviewThis assessment builds of the foundation you
established in your poster
abstract, but you now need to extend and incorporate the
pathophysiology and
pharmacology of your chosen topic. You may source some of
this information
from textbooks.You are required to provide your poster via
MyLO assignment folder prior
to or on the due date (please see your unit outline for
details).You must be available during week 7, 8 or 9 to present
your poster.The target audience for your poster presentation is
experienced

5. Registered Nurse.You are encouraged to refer to the poster
rubric when you are planning
your poster content, design, and prior to final submission. At
the presentation, you are expected to be organised, well-
informed about
your topic and provide articulate responses.Your grade and
feedback will be available on MyLO when all presentations
have been marked and moderated. You must appropriately
acknowledge all sources of information, including
images.To produce an effective poster you require nothing
more
complex than Microsoft Office programs or similar (Word or
Power Point). If
you do not have either of these available on computer then
there are very good
‘freeware’ programs available, such as Open Office. Please
read the FAQ sheet for further informationThis is an example of
layout (Thank you to Sonya for sharing her
work). Please be mindful that the criteria for this assessment
has changed
since this poster was undertaken.
Useful ReadingsLawson, G 2005, The poster presentation: An
exercise in effective
communication, Journal of Vascular Nursing, vol. 23, no. 4,
pp.
157-158Take care to choose illustrations well – to enhance
rather than distract
from your poster. Some useful guidelines to ‘Design and
present posters for maximum impact’ are
available on the PHCRIS websitePlanning and Evaluation
Wizard has some examples of
posters and some suggestions for you to
consider http://som.flinders.edu.au/FUSA/SACHRU/PEW/rep_p
osters.htm.

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