Question

A 70-year-old with melena and Hgb 6.8 g/dL is hemodynamically stable after IV fluids. What transfusion threshold is recommended?

Accepted Answer

Hgb <7 g/dL (with higher threshold individualized for CVD)

Answer

Hgb <9 g/dL

Answer

Hgb <8 g/dL for all

Answer

Transfuse regardless of level

Answer

Hgb <6 g/dL only

Practice question

A 70-year-old with melena and Hgb 6.8 g/dL is hemodynamically stable after IV fluids. What transfusion threshold is recommended?