Question

A 68-year-old man with stable anaemia (Hb 75 g/L), no active bleeding and no acute coronary syndrome presents with fatigue. According to NICE blood transfusion guidance, what is the most appropriate transfusion threshold for this stable adult?

Accepted Answer

Hb <70 g/L

Answer

Hb <50 g/L

Answer

Hb <60 g/L

Answer

Hb <90 g/L

Answer

Transfuse regardless of Hb if fatigued

Practice question

A 68-year-old man with stable anaemia (Hb 75 g/L), no active bleeding and no acute coronary syndrome presents with fatigue. According to NICE blood transfusion guidance, what is the most appropriate transfusion threshold for this stable adult?