Question

A 68-year-old man with non-valvular atrial fibrillation and hypertension is assessed in clinic. He has well-controlled rate on a beta-blocker. According to the CCS CHADS-65 algorithm, he is started on a direct oral anticoagulant. Which CanMEDS Collaborator behaviour best supports safe initiation of therapy?

Accepted Answer

Inform the pharmacist of the new prescription and collaborate on patient education and adherence strategies

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Prescribe the drug without discussing monitoring with other team members

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Ignore the involvement of community nurses in his care

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Discourage the patient from asking questions to avoid confusion

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Assume the patient will self-monitor without any support

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