Asprin

Question 0

Aspirin - MOA (mechanism of action)

Answer 0

Prostaglandin inhibition

Question 1

Aspirin - Class

Answer 1

Platelet inhibitor, anti-inflammatory agent

Question 2

Aspirin - indication

Answer 2

New-onset chest pain suggestive of acute myocardial infarction.

Question 3

Aspirin - contraindications

Answer 3

Hypersensitivity. Related contraindications in patients with active ulcer disease or asthma

Question 4

Aspirin - adverse reactions

Answer 4

Heartburn, G.I. bleeding, prolonged bleeding, nausea, and vomiting wheezing patients.

Question 5

Aspirin - Drug interaction

Answer 5

Use with caution in patients allergic to NSAIDs

Question 6

Aspirin - how supplied

Answer 6

81-mg, 160-mg, or 325-mg tablets (chewable and standard)

Question 7

Aspirin - route

Answer 7

Oral (chewable tablets)

Question 8

Aspirin - dosage and administration

Answer 8

160 mg to 325 mg PO (chewable if possible)

Question 9

Aspirin - duration of action

Answer 9

Onset: 30-40 minutes. Peak effect: variable. Duration: variable.

Question 10

Aspirin - special consideration

Answer 10

Pregnancy safety: category D. Not recommended in pediatric population.