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AF-CARE Pathway Application — EECC MCQ

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HardArrhythmia & ElectrophysiologyAF-CARE Pathway ApplicationEECC

A 50-year-old man has newly diagnosed AF, BP 158/96 mmHg and CHA₂DS₂-VA score 1 from hypertension. Which plan best applies the AF-CARE framework?

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Correct answer: E — Treat comorbidity, discuss anticoagulation and symptom control, then reassess

AF-CARE integrates comorbidity and risk-factor control, avoidance of stroke, symptom reduction and dynamic evaluation. A CHA₂DS₂-VA score of 1 supports an individual anticoagulation discussion rather than automatic treatment or dismissal, while hypertension and other AF drivers require active management.

Reference: https://www.escardio.org/guidelines/clinical-practice-guidelines/all-esc-practice-guidelines/atrial-fibrillation/