Question

A 64-year-old hospitalized patient with stable CAD and no active bleeding has hemoglobin 6.9 g/dL. Vitals are stable and he is asymptomatic. What is the best transfusion approach?

Accepted Answer

Transfuse 1 unit packed RBCs now using a restrictive threshold

Answer

Do not transfuse unless hemoglobin <6 g/dL

Answer

Transfuse platelets

Answer

Begin IV iron only

Answer

Start erythropoiesis-stimulating agent immediately

Practice question

A 64-year-old hospitalized patient with stable CAD and no active bleeding has hemoglobin 6.9 g/dL. Vitals are stable and he is asymptomatic. What is the best transfusion approach?