Which of the following is true related to the use of aspirin to prevent cardiovascular disease?
a. It is used to prevent arterial thrombosis.
b. New studies show it is not effective.
c. It works well but must be carefully monitored with monthly bleeding times.
d. Aspirin monitoring tests such as thromboxane B2 are now easy to perform and widely available.
ANS: A
Aspirin, as well as other antiplatelet drugs, have been shown to be effective for prevention of arterial thrombosis, especially myocardial infarction, stroke, and peripheral artery occlusion. This therapy is not monitored. However, some individuals are resistant to aspirin therapy, and thromboxane B2 tests are available, although they are not easily performed or widely available.
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