Aspirin

Question 1

Aspirin Classification

Answer 1

Antipyretic, NSAID, Platelet Aggregate Inhibitor

Question 2

Aspirin MOA

Answer 2

Inhibits cyclooxygenase production decreasing prostaglandins (reducing inflammation and fever) and thromboxane (inhibiting platelet aggregation)

Question 3

Aspirin Indication

Answer 3

Acute coronary syndrome

Question 4

Aspirin Contraindications (2)

Answer 4

Active GI bleed

Asthma or with nasal polyps (relative contraindication)

Question 5

Aspirin Adult Dosages

Answer 5

324mg PO

Question 6

Aspirin Pregnancy Class

Answer 6

D (positive evidence of human fetal risk)

Question 7

Aspirin Peds Dose

Answer 7

NO