a. You sprained your ankle. What two things can be done to aspirin to reduce stomach...

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a. You sprained your ankle. What two things can be done toaspirin to reduce stomach bleeding and explain why it works.

b. Explain how taking Aspirin reduces one's risk of heartattacks.

NOTE: Include in your answer the physiology of the systemsinvolved.

HOW? The salicylic portion of aspirin INHIBITS the synthesis ofPROSTAGLANDINS by INHIBITING CYCLOOXYGENASE - this does not allowprostaglandin to do its job - blood clotting (platelettsaggregate).

c. What is the general relationship between the hormoneprostaglandin and the roles of Aspirin, Ibuprofen and Naproxen?

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