Question

A 76-year-old man with hypertension and diabetes is newly diagnosed with non-valvular atrial fibrillation. CHA₂DS₂-VASc score is 3. What is the most appropriate management for stroke prevention?

Accepted Answer

Direct oral anticoagulant (e.g., apixaban) unless contraindicated

Answer

Aspirin 75 mg daily

Answer

No antithrombotic therapy

Answer

Warfarin with target INR 2.0-2.5

Answer

Dual antiplatelet therapy with aspirin and clopidogrel

Practice question

A 76-year-old man with hypertension and diabetes is newly diagnosed with non-valvular atrial fibrillation. CHA₂DS₂-VASc score is 3. What is the most appropriate management for stroke prevention?