Question

A 70-year-old with symptomatic anemia from chronic disease, stable vitals, Hgb 7.2 g/dL. No CAD. What transfusion recommendation applies?

Accepted Answer

Use restrictive threshold and defer unless Hgb <7 g/dL or symptoms

Answer

Transfuse now because Hgb <8

Answer

Transfuse only if Hgb <6

Answer

Always transfuse at Hgb <9

Answer

Platelet transfusion instead

Practice question

A 70-year-old with symptomatic anemia from chronic disease, stable vitals, Hgb 7.2 g/dL. No CAD. What transfusion recommendation applies?