Aspirin Flashcards
1
Q
Indications
A
Angina Pectoris, acute MI
2
Q
Action
A
Breaks up platelets, stops blood from clotting
3
Q
Contraindications
A
None in emergency
4
Q
Precautions
A
Recent history of GI bleeding or ulcers. Bleeding disorder or asthma.
5
Q
Route/dose
A
PO
4 chewable tablets 81mg* 4=324mg
6
Q
Side effects
A
-Laryngeal edema
-Dry mouth
-Bronchospasms
-GI bleeding
