20 Questions
What is the generic name for aspirin?
Acetylsalicylic Acid
Which of the following is an indication for the use of aspirin?
All of the above
What is the recommended adult dosage of aspirin for chest pain, MI, or unstable angina?
162-324 mg PO
What is a contraindication for the use of aspirin?
All of the above
How does aspirin work?
Both a and b
Which of the following is not a serious adverse reaction of aspirin?
Nausea
What is the classification of aspirin?
Antiplatelet, non-narcotic analgesic, antipyretic
Which of the following is an indication for the use of aspirin?
Cardiac chest pain, Angina, AMI
What is the mechanism of action of aspirin?
Blocks the formation of thromboxane A and inhibits platelet aggregation
Which of the following is a contraindication for the use of aspirin?
Pregnancy
Which of the following is a serious adverse reaction associated with the use of aspirin?
GI bleeding
What is the recommended pediatric dosage of aspirin?
Not indicated
Which of the following is the mechanism of action of aspirin?
Blocks the formation of thromboxane A and inhibits platelet aggregation
Which of the following is a contraindication for the use of aspirin?
Pregnancy
What is the trade name for acetylsalicylic acid?
Aspirin
Which of the following is a less serious adverse reaction associated with aspirin?
Tinnitus
In which condition is aspirin relatively contraindicated?
All of the above
What is the recommended adult dosage of aspirin for chest pain or myocardial infarction (MI)?
162-324 mg
Which of the following is NOT an indication for the use of aspirin?
Osteoarthritis
What is the primary mechanism of action of aspirin?
Blocks the formation of thromboxane A2, inhibiting platelet aggregation
Test your knowledge on Aspirin including its trade name, generic name, classification, indications, contraindications, dosage, and action mechanism.
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