A 67-year-old with atrial fibrillation and CKD asks about DOAC dosing. Which principle is correct?...

Question

A 67-year-old with atrial fibrillation and CKD asks about DOAC dosing. Which principle is correct?

Accepted Answer

Dose-adjust DOAC based on renal function per label

Answer

Use standard dose regardless of renal function

Answer

Avoid DOACs in all CKD

Answer

Double the dose in CKD to overcome clearance

Answer

Switch to aspirin in CKD

us-abim MCQ (SBA): AF (DOAC dosing)