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Acetylsalicylic acid (ASA), or aspirin, has been prescribed for a client with angina. The client asks the nurse how the medication will help. The nurse responds that this medication has been prescribed for which purpose?

1. To reduce pain
2. To reduce inflammation
3. To inhibit platelet aggregation
4. To maintain a normal body temperature



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Final answer:

Aspirin is prescribed to inhibit platelet aggregation, reducing the risk of heart attacks and strokes.


Explanation:

Acetylsalicylic acid (ASA), or aspirin, has been prescribed for a client with angina to inhibit platelet aggregation. Aspirin's anticoagulant properties make it effective in preventing blood clot formation by inhibiting platelet aggregation, reducing the risk of heart attacks and strokes.


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