A client with recurrent angina is being treated with aspirin, 81 mg/day. When the client asks why the aspirin is needed, the best response by the nurse is to say "Aspirin
A) keeps platelets from sticking together and forming a clot."
B) prevents the fever that goes along with angina."
C) treats the pain of angina without dropping your blood pressure."
D) will reduce the inflammation in your heart."

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Aspirin is used both in acute events and for long-term therapy for its antiplatelet aggregate effects. One aspirin a day would not be effective for pain, inflammation, or fever relief.

A Client with Recurrent Angina Is Being Treated with Aspirin