Anti-Platelets Flashcards
1
Q
Platelet life span
A
7-10 days
2
Q
How many days should you stop anti-platelet agents before an elective operation?
A
around 7 days before op
3
Q
Anti-platelets affect platelet function for their 7-10 day life span. True or false?
A
True
4
Q
What enzyme does aspirin inhibit?
A
COX
- cyclo oxygenase
5
Q
Aspirin inhibits COX. what effect does this have?
A
Inhibits production of thromboxane A2
6
Q
Aspirin - side effects
A
Bleeding
Blocks production of prostaglandins
- GI ulceration
- bronchospasm
