Question

A 70-year-old frail patient with AF and recurrent falls is considered for anticoagulation. Which statement is correct?

Accepted Answer

Consider DOAC with falls risk mitigation; benefit often outweighs risk

Answer

Fall risk alone is a contraindication to anticoagulation

Answer

Use aspirin instead of anticoagulation

Answer

Withhold anticoagulation until falls cease

Answer

Warfarin is safer than DOACs in falls

Practice question

A 70-year-old frail patient with AF and recurrent falls is considered for anticoagulation. Which statement is correct?