Pharmacological and Parenteral TherapiesQuestion 521 of 2368
A client is having an active myocardial infarction. Which form of aspirin should the nurse give for rapid absorption?
- Enteric-coated aspirin to be swallowed whole
- Aspirin suppository
- Chewable aspirin
- Aspirin dissolved in a large glass of water
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Correct answer: Chewable aspirin
Chewable aspirin is used during a heart attack because it is absorbed quickly.
Source: Nursing Pharmacology, 2nd edition (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2023), Cardiovascular & Renal Systems: Antiplatelets. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
Practice the topic "Pharmacological and Parenteral Therapies"Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026