Question

A 66-year-old with GI bleeding presents with melena and Hb 7.1 g/dL, systolic BP 100 mmHg. After stabilization, what transfusion threshold is recommended during hospitalization?

Accepted Answer

Transfuse at Hb <7 g/dL

Answer

Transfuse at Hb <9 g/dL

Answer

Transfuse at Hb <8 g/dL

Answer

Transfuse only if Hb <6 g/dL

Answer

Avoid transfusion unless Hb <5 g/dL

Practice question

A 66-year-old with GI bleeding presents with melena and Hb 7.1 g/dL, systolic BP 100 mmHg. After stabilization, what transfusion threshold is recommended during hospitalization?