Question

A 62-year-old man with atrial fibrillation and a CHA₂DS₂-VASc score of 1 (due to hypertension only) asks if he needs anticoagulation. Which of the following is correct?

Accepted Answer

Shared decision-making; anticoagulation may be considered based on overall thromboembolic risk.

Answer

Anticoagulate all men with a score of 1.

Answer

Aspirin 325 mg daily is recommended.

Answer

No therapy is indicated for any score less than 2.

Answer

Warfarin only; DOACs are not indicated.

Practice question

A 62-year-old man with atrial fibrillation and a CHA₂DS₂-VASc score of 1 (due to hypertension only) asks if he needs anticoagulation. Which of the following is correct?