Asprin

Question 1

Classification of Aspirin

Answer 1

Non steroidal anti-inflammatory

Question 2

Action of Aspirin

Answer 2

Inhibits platelet aggregation in pts. with suspected MI

Question 3

1. Onset of Aspirin

2. Duration of Aspirin

Answer 3

1. 5-30 min

2. Decreasing by 1/7th over 7 days

Question 4

1. Indication of Aspirin

2. Contraindication of Aspirin

Answer 4

1. Suspected ischemic chest Px
2. Allergy to salicylates
   - active ulcer disease
   - asthma
   - hemorrhagic stroke

Question 5

Caution of Aspirin

Answer 5

Pts. taking anticoagulation therapy

Question 6

Dosage and administration of Aspirin

Answer 6

Adult: 162mg if already taking ASA, 324mg if not already taking ASA
Pediatric: Contact MBCH

Question 7

Adverse Reaction of Aspirin

Answer 7

Hypersensitivty

Question 8

Reference in Protocol of Aspirin

Answer 8

Cardiac Emergencies (Chest discomfort and possible ACS, AHA handbook)