Question

A 72-year-old woman is diagnosed with new-onset atrial fibrillation. Her CHA₂DS₂-VASc score is 4. She has no history of bleeding disorders. According to NICE guidelines, what is the most appropriate anticoagulant to initiate?

Accepted Answer

Apixaban 5 mg twice daily

Answer

Aspirin 75 mg once daily

Answer

Warfarin with a target INR of 2.0-3.0

Answer

Clopidogrel 75 mg once daily

Answer

No anticoagulation required

Practice question

A 72-year-old woman is diagnosed with new-onset atrial fibrillation. Her CHA₂DS₂-VASc score is 4. She has no history of bleeding disorders. According to NICE guidelines, what is the most appropriate anticoagulant to initiate?