Elective surgery patients may be asked to discontinue use of which medication to prevent drug-therapy-induced platelet dysfunctions?
A) antibiotics
B) anticonvulsants
C) antacids
D) aspirin

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Aspirin can cause platelet dysfunction, leading to increased bleeding risk, which is why patients may be asked to discontinue its use before undergoing elective surgery.

Elective Surgery Patients May Be Asked to Discontinue Use of Which