Question

A 70-year-old woman presents with palpitations and is diagnosed with new-onset atrial fibrillation. She has a CHA₂DS₂-VASc score of 3. According to current guidelines, what is the most appropriate initial management step to reduce her stroke risk?

Accepted Answer

Anticoagulation with a DOAC (e.g., apixaban)

Answer

No anticoagulation needed

Answer

Aspirin alone

Answer

Dual antiplatelet therapy

Answer

Carotid endarterectomy

Practice question

A 70-year-old woman presents with palpitations and is diagnosed with new-onset atrial fibrillation. She has a CHA₂DS₂-VASc score of 3. According to current guidelines, what is the most appropriate initial management step to reduce her stroke risk?