Aspirin Flashcards
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Aspirin Classification
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Antipyretic, NSAID, Platelet Aggregate Inhibitor
2
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Aspirin MOA
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Inhibits cyclooxygenase production decreasing prostaglandins (reducing inflammation and fever) and thromboxane (inhibiting platelet aggregation)
3
Q
Aspirin Indication
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Acute coronary syndrome
4
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Aspirin Contraindications (2)
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Active GI bleed
Asthma or with nasal polyps (relative contraindication)
5
Q
Aspirin Adult Dosages
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324mg PO
6
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Aspirin Pregnancy Class
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D (positive evidence of human fetal risk)
7
Q
Aspirin Peds Dose
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NO
