Question

A 70-year-old inpatient with hematemesis underwent endoscopic hemostasis of a bleeding ulcer. Current Hgb 7.4 g/dL, MAP stable. What transfusion strategy is endorsed by both GI and transfusion guidelines?

Accepted Answer

Transfuse at 7 g/dL

Answer

Transfuse now because Hgb <8.5 g/dL

Answer

Transfuse at 9 g/dL

Answer

Transfuse only if symptomatic regardless of hemoglobin

Answer

Transfuse two units automatically

Practice question

A 70-year-old inpatient with hematemesis underwent endoscopic hemostasis of a bleeding ulcer. Current Hgb 7.4 g/dL, MAP stable. What transfusion strategy is endorsed by both GI and transfusion guidelines?