ASPIRIN

Question 1

ASPIRIN:

Class & Mechanism:

Answer 1

: Antithromboembolic

• Irreversibly blocks formation of thromboxane A2 resulting in decreased platelet aggregation (antiplatelet effect).

Question 2

ASPIRIN:

Indications:

Answer 2

INDICATIONS:

CHEST PAIN - SUSPECTED CARDIAC/STEMI

• If cardiac chest pain is suspected and the patient is able to swallow, give Aspirin 162 - 324 mg po as soon as possible (tablet or chewable – not enteric coated)

Question 3

ASPIRIN:

CONTRAINDICATIONS:

Answer 3

CONTRAINDICATIONS:

• Hypersensitivity to ASA
• Relative contraindication in patients with active ulcers or asthma

Question 4

ASPIRIN:

ADULT DOSE/ROUTE:

Answer 4

ADULT DOSE/ROUTE:

• 2-4 baby ASA tablets (81 mg each for a total 162 - 324 mg)
• PO chewed and swallowed.
  
  • (tablet or chewable – not enteric coated)

Question 5

ASPIRIN:

How Supplied:

Answer 5

ASPIRIN:

• 81 mg chewable tablet or 325 mg/5 gr. tablet
• 1 bottle