A patient taking warfarin for atrial fibrillation has a routine INR checked, which is found to be 9.2. There is no evidence of bleeding. According to ...

Question

A patient taking warfarin for atrial fibrillation has a routine INR checked, which is found to be 9.2. There is no evidence of bleeding. According to NICE guidance on anticoagulation, what is the most appropriate immediate management?

Accepted Answer

Administer oral Vitamin K 1-5mg and stop warfarin

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Administer intravenous Vitamin K 5mg and stop warfarin

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Stop warfarin, repeat INR next day

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Administer fresh frozen plasma (FFP)

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Continue warfarin at a lower dose

ukmla MCQ (SBA): High INR Management (No Bleeding)

A patient taking warfarin for atrial fibrillation has a routine INR checked, which is found to be 9.2. There is no evidence of bleeding. According to NICE guidance on anticoagulation, what is the most appropriate immediate management?