NAPLEX (North American Pharmacist Licensure Examination) Practice Exam

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What is recommended after CABG surgery?

High-dose NSAIDs
Antiplatelet therapy
Increased NSAID dosage
None

The correct answer is: Antiplatelet therapy

After CABG surgery, antiplatelet therapy is recommended to prevent blood clots and reduce the risk of heart attack or stroke. This is because CABG surgery involves opening the chest and manipulating the heart, which can cause damage to blood vessels and increase the risk of blood clots. High-dose NSAIDs are not recommended after CABG surgery due to their potential to increase the risk of bleeding and gastrointestinal complications. Increasing the dosage of NSAIDs may also increase these risks. It is also not recommended to receive no treatment, as this could lead to serious complications. Therefore, antiplatelet therapy is the most appropriate option after CABG surgery.