Question

A 63‑year‑old without CVD asks about aspirin for primary prevention. 10‑year ASCVD risk 9%. No bleeding history. Best recommendation?

Accepted Answer

Avoid initiating aspirin; discuss risks and alternatives

Answer

Initiate aspirin 81 mg daily

Answer

Initiate aspirin 325 mg daily

Answer

Use aspirin only if LDL >190 mg/dL

Answer

Start aspirin then stop statin

Practice question

A 63‑year‑old without CVD asks about aspirin for primary prevention. 10‑year ASCVD risk 9%. No bleeding history. Best recommendation?