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What is the generic name for aspirin?
What is the generic name for aspirin?
- Antiplatelet
- Antipyretic
- Analgesic
- Acetylsalicylic Acid (correct)
Which of the following is an indication for the use of aspirin?
Which of the following is an indication for the use of aspirin?
- Chest pain
- Angina
- Acute Myocardial Infarction (AMI)
- All of the above (correct)
What is the recommended adult dosage of aspirin for chest pain, MI, or unstable angina?
What is the recommended adult dosage of aspirin for chest pain, MI, or unstable angina?
- 81 mg PO
- 162-324 mg PO (correct)
- 500-1000 mg PO
- 1 g PO
What is a contraindication for the use of aspirin?
What is a contraindication for the use of aspirin?
How does aspirin work?
How does aspirin work?
Which of the following is not a serious adverse reaction of aspirin?
Which of the following is not a serious adverse reaction of aspirin?
What is the classification of aspirin?
What is the classification of aspirin?
Which of the following is an indication for the use of aspirin?
Which of the following is an indication for the use of aspirin?
What is the mechanism of action of aspirin?
What is the mechanism of action of aspirin?
Which of the following is a contraindication for the use of aspirin?
Which of the following is a contraindication for the use of aspirin?
Which of the following is a serious adverse reaction associated with the use of aspirin?
Which of the following is a serious adverse reaction associated with the use of aspirin?
What is the recommended pediatric dosage of aspirin?
What is the recommended pediatric dosage of aspirin?
Which of the following is the mechanism of action of aspirin?
Which of the following is the mechanism of action of aspirin?
Which of the following is a contraindication for the use of aspirin?
Which of the following is a contraindication for the use of aspirin?
What is the trade name for acetylsalicylic acid?
What is the trade name for acetylsalicylic acid?
Which of the following is a less serious adverse reaction associated with aspirin?
Which of the following is a less serious adverse reaction associated with aspirin?
In which condition is aspirin relatively contraindicated?
In which condition is aspirin relatively contraindicated?
What is the recommended adult dosage of aspirin for chest pain or myocardial infarction (MI)?
What is the recommended adult dosage of aspirin for chest pain or myocardial infarction (MI)?
Which of the following is NOT an indication for the use of aspirin?
Which of the following is NOT an indication for the use of aspirin?
What is the primary mechanism of action of aspirin?
What is the primary mechanism of action of aspirin?
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Study Notes
Aspirin
- Generic name: Acetylsalicylic acid
- Indications: Chest pain, myocardial infarction (MI), unstable angina, primary and secondary prevention of cardiovascular disease, stroke prevention, pain relief, fever reduction
- Recommended adult dosage for chest pain, MI, or unstable angina: 160-325 mg chewed immediately
- Contraindications: Active gastrointestinal bleeding, history of aspirin-induced asthma, recent surgery, children and adolescents with viral illness (due to risk of Reye's syndrome)
- Mechanism of action: Inhibits prostaglandin synthesis, which reduces inflammation, pain, and fever; also inhibits platelet aggregation, reducing the risk of blood clots
- Serious adverse reactions: Gastrointestinal bleeding, ulcers, severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis), Reye's syndrome (in children and adolescents)
- Less serious adverse reactions: Heartburn, nausea, stomach upset, dizziness, tinnitus
- Classification: Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID)
- Trade name: Aspirin
- Recommended pediatric dosage: Consult with a healthcare professional as aspirin is not recommended for children and adolescents due to the risk of Reye's syndrome
- Relatively contraindicated condition: Patients with gout due to potential for worsening the condition
- Mechanism of action: Inhibits cyclooxygenase (COX) enzymes, specifically COX-1 and COX-2
- Not an indication for the use of aspirin: Common cold, bacterial infections, most viral infections
- Primary mechanism of action: Inhibition of platelet aggregation
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