Question

A 62-year-old with NSTEMI 2 years ago, now stable, asks about long-term β-blocker use. Which statement matches guidance in chronic coronary disease?

Accepted Answer

β-blockers are not automatically indefinite; continue if another indication exists (e.g., angina, HFrEF)

Answer

All post-MI patients require lifelong β-blockers

Answer

Stop β-blockers in all after 1 year

Answer

Switch to nonselective β-blockers in every case

Answer

β-blockers contraindicated after any MI

Practice question

A 62-year-old with NSTEMI 2 years ago, now stable, asks about long-term β-blocker use. Which statement matches guidance in chronic coronary disease?