A 64-year-old with nonvalvular AF and CHA₂DS₂‑VASc = 3 (HTN, age 64, DM). Normal renal function. Best stroke prevention?...

Question

A 64-year-old with nonvalvular AF and CHA₂DS₂‑VASc = 3 (HTN, age 64, DM). Normal renal function. Best stroke prevention?

Accepted Answer

Apixaban

Answer

Aspirin 81 mg daily

Answer

Clopidogrel alone

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Warfarin with INR 1.5-2.0

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No therapy

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