A 52-year-old woman with hematemesis is hemodynamically stable (Hgb 6.8 g/dL). What transfusion threshold is recommended for upper GI bleeding?...

Question

A 52-year-old woman with hematemesis is hemodynamically stable (Hgb 6.8 g/dL). What transfusion threshold is recommended for upper GI bleeding?

Accepted Answer

Transfuse when Hgb

Answer

Transfuse only if Hgb

Answer

Transfuse regardless of Hgb if stable

Answer

Avoid transfusion; use PPI only

us-abim MCQ (SBA): Upper GI Bleed