A 68-year-old with new atrial fibrillation has CHA₂DS₂-VASc score 3 (HTN, age 68). Normal renal function, no bleeding history. What is the recommended...

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A 68-year-old with new atrial fibrillation has CHA₂DS₂-VASc score 3 (HTN, age 68). Normal renal function, no bleeding history. What is the recommended antithrombotic strategy?

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Oral anticoagulation with a DOAC

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Aspirin 81 mg daily

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Aspirin plus clopidogrel

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No therapy needed until echocardiogram obtained

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Warfarin only if INR goal 1.5-2.0

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A 68-year-old with new atrial fibrillation has CHA₂DS₂-VASc score 3 (HTN, age 68). Normal renal function, no bleeding history. What is the recommended antithrombotic strategy?