Aspirin

Question 1

Aspirin trade names

Answer 1

(Acetylsalicylate acid)
(ASA)
(Bayer)
(St. josephs)

Question 2

Aspirin indications

Answer 2

-Chest Pain or discomfort due to ACS or acute coronary syndrome

-Angina in a potential
MI

Question 3

Aspirin how it works

Answer 3

-antiplatelet
-anticoagulant
-reduces platelet stickiness
-platelet inhibitor
-anti-inflammatory

Question 4

Aspirin contraindications

Answer 4

-Allergy to Salicylates or
Aspirin

-Hemophilia (bleeding disorders)

-Active GI bleed

• Active Ulcer Disease

Question 5

Aspirin dosage

Answer 5

*SHOULD BE
NONENTERIC (NOT COATED)

Adult:
160-325mg (chewable)

Daily dose: 81mg

Pediatric:
Not given

Question 6

Aspirin side effects

Answer 6

None in emergency