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roselinechinyere27m

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A patient began taking acetylsalicylic acid (aspirin) several years ago to prevent platelet aggregation following a myocardial infarction. Which dose of aspirin is most likely appropriate for this patient?
 
  A) 80 mg
  B) 180 mg
  C) 325 mg
  D) 650 mg

Question 2

An 8-year-old boy has been diagnosed with a sex hormone deficiency and has begun a course of treatment with testosterone. What change in the boy's health status would necessitate a stop to the course of treatment?
 
  A) Excessive growth in height
  B) Signs of puberty
  C) Recurrent urinary tract infections
  D) Increased blood pressure


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31809pancho

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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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The dose of aspirin given depends mainly on the condition being treated. Low doses (325 mg initially and 80 mg daily) are used for the drug's antiplatelet effects in preventing arterial thrombotic disorders such as myocardial infarction and stroke.

Answer to Question 2

B
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If premature puberty occurs in a boy being treated with androgens (e.g., precocious sexual development, enlarged penis), it is necessary to stop the drug. Changes in blood pressure, increased growth, and urinary tract infections are unlikely causes for the cessation in treatment.


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Reply #2 on: Jul 23, 2018
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Reply #3 on: Jul 23, 2018
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