Aspirin

Question 1

Aspirin
Type

Answer 1

Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory

Question 2

Aspirin
Presentation

Answer 2

300mg Tablet

Question 3

Aspirin
Actions

Answer 3

1. Inhibits platelet function (for up to 7 days)
2. Suppresses inflammation, reduces fever, relieves pain (rapidly absorbed from the stomach and small bowel)

Question 4

Aspirin
Use

Answer 4

Suspected myocardial ischaemic - reducing platelet aggregation and limiting clot development

Question 5

Aspirin
Adverse effects

Answer 5

1. Allergic reactions
2. Aggravation of bleeding tendencies
3. Gastric irritations (unlikely with one tablet only)

Question 6

Aspirin
Contraindications

Answer 6

1. Known or suspected allergy to salicylates
2. known or suspected active bleed
3. known bleeding tendency
4. chest pain associated with psychostimulant overdose (due to an increased risk of cerebral haemorrhage)

Question 7

Aspirin
Dose

Answer 7

1 tablet (300mg) - chewed and swallowed, or dissolved in a small amount of water.
1/2 tablet if on warfarin
single dose only
Administer even when patient is on slow release aspirin.