The nurse understands that currently the most common indication for aspirin therapy is:
a. treatment of rheumatoid arthritis. c. prevention of heart attacks.
b. treatment of sports injuries. d. stimulation of prostaglandin production.
ANS: C
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A Incorrect: This is not the most common use of aspirin currently.
B Incorrect: This is not a common use of aspirin currently.
C Correct: Currently aspirin is used as a preventative medication in people who have experienced a myocardial infarction or have had stent placement.
D Incorrect: Aspirin blocks prostaglandin.
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