Aspirin

Question 1

Aspirin - Type

Answer 1

Non steroidal anti-inflammatory

Question 2

Aspirin - Presentation

Answer 2

300mg tab

Question 3

Aspirin - Actions (2)

Answer 3

1. Inhibits platelet function

2. Suppresses inflammation, reduces fever, relieves pain

Question 4

Aspirin - Use

Answer 4

Suspected myocardial ischaemia - reducing platelet aggregation and limiting clot development

Question 5

Aspirin - Adverse effects (3)

Answer 5

1. Allergic reactions
2. Aggravation of bleeding tendencies
3. Gastric irritation

Question 6

Aspirin - Contraindications (4)

Answer 6

1. Known or suspected allergy to salicylate
2. Known or suspected active bleeding
3. Known bleeding tendency
4. Chest pain associated with psychostimulant overdose

Question 7

Aspirin - Dose

Answer 7

1 tablet (300mg)
½ tablet (150mg) if on warfarin
Single dose only
Not for paediatrics