A Patient with Suspected Myocardial Infarction Is Seen in the Emergency

question 2

Multiple Choice

A patient with suspected myocardial infarction is seen in the emergency department.The nurse is preparing to administer 325 mg of aspirin.The nurse will perform which action?

• A) Administer an enteric-coated tablet.
• B) Ask the patient to chew the tablet.
• C) Give the tablet with a small sip of water.
• D) Place the tablet under the patient's tongue.