Salicylates Flashcards
1
Q
generic
A
aspirin
2
Q
action
A
-analgesic and antipyretic
-anti inflammatory
-anticoagulant
3
Q
uses
A
-mild to moderate pain
-decrease body temp
-inflammatory conditions
-decrease risk of MI and CVA
4
Q
side effects
A
-gi upset
-heartburn
-n/v
-anorexia
-gi bleed
5
Q
contraindications
A
-known sensitivity to aspirin or NSAIDS
-any bleeding tendencies
-vit k deficiency
-on anticoagulants
-children w recent viral infection (risk for ryes syndrome)
6
Q
nursing consideration
A
- stop taking 1 week prior to surgery
-monitor for gi bleed
