ACETYLSALICYLIC (ASA, ASPIRIN) Flashcards
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ACETYLSALICYLIC
Class?

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- Anti-inflammatory
- Analgesic
- Antipyretic
- Anticoagulant (Blood Thinner)
2
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ACETYLSALICYLIC
Indications?

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- Myocardial infarction patient including suspected AMI patients.
3
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ACETYLSALICYLIC
Administration?

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- Adult: [160-325mg] Orally for AMI patients; chewables preferred
- Pediatric: DO NOT GIVE!
4
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ACETYLSALICYLIC
Special Notes?

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- All patients with suspected AMI and without contraindications receive aspirin.
5
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ACETYLSALICYLIC
Contraindications?

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- Hypersensitivity
- Bleeding Disorders
- Asthma (Relative)