Question

A 59-year-old with new UGIB underwent endoscopy. Hb is 7.4 g/dL and hemodynamics are stable. According to transfusion guidelines, what is the general threshold for stable adults?

Accepted Answer

Consider transfusion when Hb <7 g/dL

Answer

Transfuse all at Hb <8.5 g/dL

Answer

Transfuse all at Hb <10 g/dL

Answer

Avoid transfusion unless Hb <6 g/dL

Answer

Transfuse based solely on patient age

Practice question

A 59-year-old with new UGIB underwent endoscopy. Hb is 7.4 g/dL and hemodynamics are stable. According to transfusion guidelines, what is the general threshold for stable adults?