A patient is taking aspirin for secondary prevention of myocardial infarction and is experiencing moderate gastrointestinal upset. The nurse will contact the patient's provider to discuss changing from aspirin to which of the following?

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Enteric-coated aspirin can decrease gastrointestinal upset by delaying the release of the medication until it reaches the small intestine. COX-2 inhibitors and celecoxib are not recommended for long-term use due to increased risk of cardiovascular events. Ibuprofen is not typically used for secondary prevention of myocardial infarction.

A Patient Is Taking Aspirin for Secondary Prevention of Myocardial