Question

A 55-year-old with AF and prior stroke presents with rapid ventricular response. Which antithrombotic principle applies for secondary prevention?

Accepted Answer

Anticoagulation is indicated regardless of CHA₂DS₂‑VASc sex differences

Answer

Aspirin alone is adequate

Answer

No anticoagulation if rate controlled

Answer

DAPT preferred over anticoagulation

Answer

Anticoagulation only if CHADS₂ ≥2

Practice question

A 55-year-old with AF and prior stroke presents with rapid ventricular response. Which antithrombotic principle applies for secondary prevention?