Question

A 64-year-old with nonvalvular AF has CHA₂DS₂‑VASc 1 (hypertension only). What does guidance suggest about anticoagulation?

Accepted Answer

Consider no therapy; anticoagulation may be reasonable based on shared decision‑making

Answer

Anticoagulate all patients with AF regardless of score

Answer

Aspirin is recommended

Answer

Warfarin is preferred to DOACs

Answer

Clopidogrel monotherapy is preferred

Practice question

A 64-year-old with nonvalvular AF has CHA₂DS₂‑VASc 1 (hypertension only). What does guidance suggest about anticoagulation?