Aspirin by Jada Schuh https://padlet.com/54111/hkg6wuh0e6ra en-us 2017-11-13 15:16:06 UTC 2023-03-16 02:46:57 UTC hello@padlet.com Scientific Name for Aspirin: 54111 https://padlet.com/54111/hkg6wuh0e6ra/wish/206282160 Acetylsalicylic Acid]]> 2017-11-13 15:17:41 UTC https://padlet.com/54111/hkg6wuh0e6ra/wish/206282160 Substance Category: 54111 https://padlet.com/54111/hkg6wuh0e6ra/wish/206283429 Aspirin is considered to be a Narcotic because it works on reducing pain by suppressing the Central Nervous System's ability to relay messages to the brain. ]]> 2017-11-13 15:19:33 UTC https://padlet.com/54111/hkg6wuh0e6ra/wish/206283429 Toxic Level of Aspirin: 54111 https://padlet.com/54111/hkg6wuh0e6ra/wish/206288744 A toxic level of Aspirin, when its life-threatening would be 300-500 mg/kg]]> 2017-11-13 15:27:23 UTC https://padlet.com/54111/hkg6wuh0e6ra/wish/206288744 Effects of Aspirin on the Stomach: 54111 https://padlet.com/54111/hkg6wuh0e6ra/wish/206300170 Aspirin irritates the stomach lining which could also lead to the development of erosion's or ulcers in the stomach lining. Gastrointestinal bleeding is a major concern for people taking Aspirin.]]> 2017-11-13 15:45:38 UTC https://padlet.com/54111/hkg6wuh0e6ra/wish/206300170 Effects of Aspirin on the Kidneys: 54111 https://padlet.com/54111/hkg6wuh0e6ra/wish/206300525 When taking a high level of aspirin, there could be a potential for kidney damage. Harmful effects on the kidney tissue and structures. Aspirin could also reduce the blood flow to the kidneys, leading to kidney failure.]]> 2017-11-13 15:46:08 UTC https://padlet.com/54111/hkg6wuh0e6ra/wish/206300525 Symptoms at a Low Toxicity Level: 54111 https://padlet.com/54111/hkg6wuh0e6ra/wish/206300762 Symptoms at a low level of toxicity of Aspirin would include nausea, vomiting, dizziness, headache, fever, hyperventilation, tinnitus and lethargy (tiredness and fatigue).]]> 2017-11-13 15:46:29 UTC https://padlet.com/54111/hkg6wuh0e6ra/wish/206300762 Symptoms at a Poisonous Level: 54111 https://padlet.com/54111/hkg6wuh0e6ra/wish/206301186 Aspirin at a poisonous level of aspirin includes high body temperature, rapid breathing, delirium (confusion), hallucinations, seizures, coma, respiratory arrest, morbidity and death.]]> 2017-11-13 15:46:59 UTC https://padlet.com/54111/hkg6wuh0e6ra/wish/206301186 Time in body: 54111 https://padlet.com/54111/hkg6wuh0e6ra/wish/206301439 It takes a full 10 days for Aspirin's effects to wear off your system. Other anti-inflammatory drugs like ibuprofen wear off after a few hours but don't have as good of effects.  ]]> 2017-11-13 15:47:25 UTC https://padlet.com/54111/hkg6wuh0e6ra/wish/206301439 Treatment after Aspirin overdose: 54111 https://padlet.com/54111/hkg6wuh0e6ra/wish/206301786
  • Prevent further absorption of aspirin in the body. A doctor may give charcoal to absorb the salicylate from the stomach and also a laxative to move the mixture through the gastrointestinal system quicker.
  • Correct dehydration and acid-base abnormalities. Doctors will start an IV to correct this imbalance
  • Reduce the amount of salicylate in the body by increasing the rate that the body can get rid of it. This can be done by dialysis which rids the body of the aspirin absorbed.
  • Treatment for an aspirin overdose might include placing a breathing tube to help assist with a breathing ventilator.
    • ]]>     2017-11-13 15:47:53 UTC https://padlet.com/54111/hkg6wuh0e6ra/wish/206301786     Health Benefits: 54111 https://padlet.com/54111/hkg6wuh0e6ra/wish/206302097
  • Aspirin thins the blood which helps to prevent blood clots. Blood clots could lead to heart attacks or an ischemic stroke
  • Reduces the risk of coronary artery disease
  • Could even help prevent cancer form developing
    • ]]>     2017-11-13 15:48:22 UTC https://padlet.com/54111/hkg6wuh0e6ra/wish/206302097     Purchasing Aspirin: 54111 https://padlet.com/54111/hkg6wuh0e6ra/wish/206302312 Aspirin is available at local drug stores, pharmacy and convenience stores for over the counter purchases.]]> 2017-11-13 15:48:43 UTC https://padlet.com/54111/hkg6wuh0e6ra/wish/206302312 Facts: 54111 https://padlet.com/54111/hkg6wuh0e6ra/wish/206302407 1. Aspirin actually reduces the risk of heart attacks and even cancer.
    2. Increases the risk of tinnitus (ringing of the ears)
    3. Aspirin should not be taken while or if you believe that you are pregnant]]>     2017-11-13 15:48:53 UTC https://padlet.com/54111/hkg6wuh0e6ra/wish/206302407     Forensic Scientist Test: 54111 https://padlet.com/54111/hkg6wuh0e6ra/wish/208523873 A Forensic Scientist would test for Aspirin in your system by a urine sample. They would analyze your urine for the presence for illegal and prescription drugs. A Forensic Scientist would also use a blood test to check for salicylate intoxication caused by an aspirin overdose. This test is required to confirm a diagnosis of an aspirin overdose. Other tests may include:
    • Arterial Blood Gas: looks for acid-base balance
    • Electrolytes & Glucose test
    • Elecocardiogram
    • Toxicology screen
    ]]>     2017-11-19 20:31:05 UTC https://padlet.com/54111/hkg6wuh0e6ra/wish/208523873     Works Cited: 54111 https://padlet.com/54111/hkg6wuh0e6ra/wish/208754662 Goldstein, Jay L. “The Effects of Aspirin and Acetaminophen on the Stomach in Healthy Volunteers.” ClinicalTrials.gov, 18 Jan. 2008, https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT00594867.
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