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What is the main indication for the use of fibrinolytic drugs?
What is the main indication for the use of fibrinolytic drugs?
- Acute Myocardial Infarction (correct)
- Venous thromboembolism
- Pulmonary embolism
- Deep vein thrombosis
What is the mechanism of action of aspirin on platelet aggregation?
What is the mechanism of action of aspirin on platelet aggregation?
- Acetylation of COX1 and TX-synthase (correct)
- Inhibition of COX2 enzyme
- Inhibition of thromboxane A2
- Stimulation of prostacyclin production
What is the duration of aspirin-induced antiplatelet effect?
What is the duration of aspirin-induced antiplatelet effect?
- 5-7 days (correct)
- 3-5 days
- 10-14 days
- 7-10 days
What is the primary use of anti-platelet drugs?
What is the primary use of anti-platelet drugs?
What is the result of damage to vascular endothelium?
What is the result of damage to vascular endothelium?
What is the primary mechanism of action of fibrinolytic drugs?
What is the primary mechanism of action of fibrinolytic drugs?
What is the main adverse effect of fibrinolytic drugs?
What is the main adverse effect of fibrinolytic drugs?
What is the indication for the use of Vit K1-specific antidote?
What is the indication for the use of Vit K1-specific antidote?
What is the teratogenic effect of warfarin?
What is the teratogenic effect of warfarin?
What is the primary site of action of aspirin?
What is the primary site of action of aspirin?