The client diagnosed with coronary artery disease is instructed to take 81 mg of aspirin (“baby aspirin,” “children’s aspirin” or “adult low-dose aspirin”) daily. Which statement best describes the...

The client diagnosed with coronary artery disease is instructed to take 81 mg of aspirin (“baby aspirin,” “children’s aspirin” or “adult low-dose aspirin”) daily. Which statement best describes the scientific rationale for prescribing this medication?

1. This medication will help thin the client’s blood.

2. Daily aspirin will decrease the incidence of angina.

3. This medication will prevent platelet aggregation.

4. Baby aspirin will not cause gastric distress.