Aspirin

Question 1

Aspirin

Class

Answer 1

• Platelet inhibitor
• Anti-inflammatory agent

Question 2

Aspirin

MOA

Answer 2

• Prostaglandin inhibitor

Question 3

Aspirin

Indications

Answer 3

• New onset chest pain suggestive of AMI
• S&S suggestive of recent CVA

Question 4

Aspirin

Contraindications

Answer 4

• Hypersensitivity
• Active ulcer disease & asthma are relative contraindications

Question 5

Aspirin

Adverse reactions

Answer 5

• Wheezing in allergic pt’s
• Heartburn
• GI bleeding
• Prolonged bleeding
• N/V

Question 6

Aspirin

Drug interactions

Answer 6

• Use with caution in pt allergic to NSAIDs

Question 7

Aspirin

Dosage

Answer 7

• 160 mg to 325 mg PO (chewed if possible)

Question 8

Aspirin

Duration of action

Answer 8

• Onset: 30-45 min
• Peak: Varies
• Duration: Varies

Question 9

Aspirin

Special considerations

Answer 9

• Preg Cat: D
• Not for peds