Question

A 60-year-old with AF and well-controlled hypertension (CHA₂DS₂-VASc 2) asks if aspirin is adequate to prevent stroke. Best response?

Accepted Answer

No; use oral anticoagulation rather than aspirin

Answer

Yes; aspirin is equivalent to anticoagulation

Answer

Aspirin plus clopidogrel is superior to anticoagulation

Answer

No therapy is needed with good rate control

Answer

Warfarin only; DOACs are not indicated

Practice question

A 60-year-old with AF and well-controlled hypertension (CHA₂DS₂-VASc 2) asks if aspirin is adequate to prevent stroke. Best response?