Question

A 76-year-old woman with stable CAD and Hb 8.0 g/dL after hip fracture surgery is hemodynamically stable. What transfusion threshold is supported by current guidance?

Accepted Answer

Transfuse now at Hb ≤8 g/dL given orthopedic surgery

Answer

Transfuse RBCs only if Hb <6 g/dL

Answer

Restrict transfusion until Hb <7 g/dL regardless of comorbidities

Answer

Transfuse when Hb <10 g/dL to optimize oxygen delivery

Answer

Avoid transfusion entirely; use IV iron only

Practice question

A 76-year-old woman with stable CAD and Hb 8.0 g/dL after hip fracture surgery is hemodynamically stable. What transfusion threshold is supported by current guidance?