Question

A 70-year-old with anemia of chronic disease (Hgb 7.1 g/dL) is hemodynamically stable without ischemia. What transfusion approach is advised?

Accepted Answer

Restrictive strategy transfusing at Hgb <7 g/dL

Answer

Transfuse now to target Hgb >10 g/dL

Answer

Transfuse to maintain Hgb ≥8 g/dL

Answer

No transfusion regardless of level if asymptomatic

Answer

Transfuse platelets and observe

Practice question

A 70-year-old with anemia of chronic disease (Hgb 7.1 g/dL) is hemodynamically stable without ischemia. What transfusion approach is advised?