Question

A 61-year-old with nonvalvular AF and prior GI bleed (now resolved) asks about stroke prevention. CHA₂DS₂‑VASc=5, HAS‑BLED=3. What is recommended?

Accepted Answer

Start apixaban with risk factor modification and close follow‑up

Answer

Withhold anticoagulation due to HAS‑BLED ≥3

Answer

Use aspirin alone

Answer

Left atrial appendage occlusion as first‑line

Answer

Clopidogrel alone

Practice question

A 61-year-old with nonvalvular AF and prior GI bleed (now resolved) asks about stroke prevention. CHA₂DS₂‑VASc=5, HAS‑BLED=3. What is recommended?