The standard for best practice recommended by The Joint Commission for acute myocardial infarction includes administration of aspirin on emergency department arrival based on data supporting what medication action?
A)Aspirin will decrease the size of the heart blockage.
B)Aspirin will prevent platelet aggregation.
C)Aspirin will decrease the pain level.
D)Aspirin will prevent deep venous thrombosis.

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Aspirin is recommended on emergency department arrival for acute myocardial infarction because it prevents platelet aggregation, which helps to prevent further blockage and promote blood flow to the heart.

The Standard for Best Practice Recommended by the Joint Commission