A 50-year-old with nonvalvular AF and CHA2DS2-VASc 1 (hypertension only) asks about anticoagulation. Best recommendation?...

Question

A 50-year-old with nonvalvular AF and CHA2DS2-VASc 1 (hypertension only) asks about anticoagulation. Best recommendation?

Accepted Answer

Discuss risks and benefits; anticoagulation may be considered

Answer

Anticoagulation is clearly indicated

Answer

Aspirin 81 mg daily

Answer

Dual antiplatelet therapy

Answer

No therapy permitted by guidelines

us-abim MCQ (SBA): AF Anticoagulation Thresholds