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1) Aspiration pneumonia occurs when fluid, particulate matter or secretions from the upper airways enter the lower lungs. It can be caused by chemical pneumonitis from gastric acid or bacterial infection from oral flora. 2) Risk factors include conditions that impair consciousness like stroke, seizures or mechanical factors like endotracheal intubation. 3) Treatment involves removing any aspirated material, antibiotics if bacterial infection is present, and supporting ventilation. Outcomes depend on sev

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