Why is the administration of aspirin recommended along with nitroglycerin when a client is experiencing angina-like chest pain?
A. Aspirin has analgesic properties without sedation.
B. Aspirin can trigger vasodilation and improve blood flow.
C. Aspirin inhibits platelet aggregation and clot formation.
D. Aspirin has cardiotonic properties and improves contraction.
C
Taking aspirin at the first sign of chest pain can disrupt blood clotting and reduce the risk of a coronary thrombosis.
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