Acetylsalicylic Acid (Aspirin)

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Last updated 3:59 PM on 7/3/26
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Indications

Pain, fever, inflammation

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Side effects

Increased bleeding time

GI upset

Tinnitus (ringing in ear, subsides quickly)

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Adverse reactions

Nephrotoxicity

GI bleeding/ulceration

Fluid retention (increases BP + cardiac output)

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Precautions

Hx of GI bleeding/ulceration

Alcohol abuse

Renal/hepatic impairment

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Contraindications

Active GI bleeding

Thrombocytopenia/bleeding disorders

Asthma (decreased COX-1 leads to overproduction in leukotrienes)

Hypersensitivity

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Nursing considerations

Monitor kidney + liver function

Fluid retention (weight, input/output)

Pain level

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Patient education

Take w/ food to decrease stomach upset

Report sx of GI bleed → black tarry stools, coffee-ground looking emesis, unresolved tummy pain)

Avoid alcohol

Avoid spicy foods/anything that can hurt tummy