Question

A 78-year-old patient is on warfarin for atrial fibrillation. Their usual target INR is 2.0-3.0. Today, their routine INR check is 6.5, but they have no signs of bleeding. According to NICE CKS for anticoagulation, what is the most appropriate immediate management?

Accepted Answer

Administer oral Vitamin K 1-5mg

Answer

Administer intravenous Vitamin K 5mg

Answer

Stop warfarin and recheck INR in 24 hours

Answer

Administer Prothrombin Complex Concentrate (PCC)

Answer

Continue warfarin at a reduced dose

Practice question

A 78-year-old patient is on warfarin for atrial fibrillation. Their usual target INR is 2.0-3.0. Today, their routine INR check is 6.5, but they have no signs of bleeding. According to NICE CKS for anticoagulation, what is the most appropriate immediate management?