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A patient asks 'Why are my gums bleeding?' and takes aspirin daily. What is the correct explanation?

  1. Poor oral hygiene is causing the bleeding
  2. Aspirin increases gum sensitivity
  3. Aspirin's antiplatelet action prolongs bleeding time
  4. You have a vitamin deficiency
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Correct answer: C. Aspirin's antiplatelet action prolongs bleeding time

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