Question

A 68-year-old with minor noncardioembolic ischemic stroke (NIHSS 2) presents within 24 hours. What secondary prevention is recommended?

Accepted Answer

Short-term dual antiplatelet therapy (aspirin + clopidogrel) for 21-90 days

Answer

Long-term dual antiplatelet therapy indefinitely

Answer

Switch to oral anticoagulation

Answer

Aspirin alone only

Answer

Ticagrelor monotherapy

Practice question

A 68-year-old with minor noncardioembolic ischemic stroke (NIHSS 2) presents within 24 hours. What secondary prevention is recommended?