Question

A 58-year-old with hematemesis is admitted. Hemoglobin is 6.8 g/dL, hemodynamically stable. What transfusion threshold is recommended?

Accepted Answer

Transfuse when Hb <7 g/dL

Answer

Transfuse when Hb <9 g/dL

Answer

Transfuse when Hb <8 g/dL

Answer

Avoid transfusion unless Hb <6 g/dL

Answer

Transfuse immediately regardless of Hb

Practice question

A 58-year-old with hematemesis is admitted. Hemoglobin is 6.8 g/dL, hemodynamically stable. What transfusion threshold is recommended?