Question

A 63-year-old with AF and CHA₂DS₂‑VASc = 2 (male) is undergoing elective cardioversion after 4 weeks of anticoagulation. Post‑cardioversion plan?

Accepted Answer

Continue anticoagulation for at least 4 weeks post‑cardioversion

Answer

Stop anticoagulation immediately

Answer

Switch to dual antiplatelet therapy for 1 month

Answer

Aspirin alone for 2 weeks

Answer

Heparin for 48 hours then stop

Practice question

A 63-year-old with AF and CHA₂DS₂‑VASc = 2 (male) is undergoing elective cardioversion after 4 weeks of anticoagulation. Post‑cardioversion plan?