Question

A 58-year-old man with nonvalvular AF (CHA₂DS₂‑VASc 1: HTN only) asks about anticoagulation. Best approach per guideline?

Accepted Answer

Reasonable to consider anticoagulation after shared decision-making; assess additional risk modifiers

Answer

Recommend anticoagulation is mandatory

Answer

Aspirin is recommended instead of anticoagulation

Answer

No therapy is indicated for any score <2

Answer

Dual antiplatelet therapy is recommended

Practice question

A 58-year-old man with nonvalvular AF (CHA₂DS₂‑VASc 1: HTN only) asks about anticoagulation. Best approach per guideline?