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Which of the following is the correct generic name for Aspirin?
Which of the following is the correct generic name for Aspirin?
- Naproxen
- Acetaminophen
- Acetylsalicylic Acid (correct)
- Ibuprofen
What is the primary mechanism of action for Aspirin?
What is the primary mechanism of action for Aspirin?
- Acts as an NSAID to reduce fever and inflammation
- Increases production of prostaglandins to dilate blood vessels
- Blocks the formation of thromboxane A and inhibits platelet aggregation (correct)
- Binds to opioid receptors in the brain to relieve pain
Which of the following is a serious adverse reaction associated with Aspirin use?
Which of the following is a serious adverse reaction associated with Aspirin use?
- Constipation
- Drowsiness
- Dizziness
- GI bleeding (correct)
What is the recommended adult dosage of Aspirin for cardiac chest pain, angina, or AMI?
What is the recommended adult dosage of Aspirin for cardiac chest pain, angina, or AMI?
Which of the following is a contraindication for Aspirin use?
Which of the following is a contraindication for Aspirin use?
Which of the following conditions is not a relative contraindication for aspirin use during pregnancy?
Which of the following conditions is not a relative contraindication for aspirin use during pregnancy?
A patient presents with a history of gastric ulcers and is prescribed aspirin for angina. Which of the following would be the most appropriate management strategy?
A patient presents with a history of gastric ulcers and is prescribed aspirin for angina. Which of the following would be the most appropriate management strategy?
A patient with a history of aspirin-induced bronchospasm is prescribed aspirin for angina. Which of the following statements is most accurate?
A patient with a history of aspirin-induced bronchospasm is prescribed aspirin for angina. Which of the following statements is most accurate?
A patient with a known allergy to non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) is prescribed aspirin for angina. Which of the following statements is most accurate?
A patient with a known allergy to non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) is prescribed aspirin for angina. Which of the following statements is most accurate?
A patient with a history of tinnitus (ringing in the ears) is prescribed aspirin for angina. Which of the following statements is most accurate?
A patient with a history of tinnitus (ringing in the ears) is prescribed aspirin for angina. Which of the following statements is most accurate?
What is the recommended dosage range of Aspirin for an adult with chest pain, unstable angina, or acute myocardial infarction?
What is the recommended dosage range of Aspirin for an adult with chest pain, unstable angina, or acute myocardial infarction?
Which of the following is a less serious adverse reaction associated with Aspirin use?
Which of the following is a less serious adverse reaction associated with Aspirin use?
In which condition is Aspirin relatively contraindicated?
In which condition is Aspirin relatively contraindicated?
What is the classification of Aspirin based on its pharmacological properties?
What is the classification of Aspirin based on its pharmacological properties?
Which of the following conditions warrants caution when prescribing Aspirin?
Which of the following conditions warrants caution when prescribing Aspirin?
