Question

A 63-year-old with melena is admitted. Hemodynamics stabilize after fluids. Hgb 6.9 g/dL. What transfusion threshold is recommended?

Accepted Answer

Transfuse at Hgb <7 g/dL

Answer

Transfuse at Hgb <9 g/dL for all GI bleeds

Answer

Transfuse at any Hgb <10 g/dL

Answer

Avoid transfusion unless Hgb <6 g/dL

Answer

Transfuse only if platelets <50k/μL

Practice question

A 63-year-old with melena is admitted. Hemodynamics stabilize after fluids. Hgb 6.9 g/dL. What transfusion threshold is recommended?