Question

A 68‑year‑old man presents with hematemesis. Hb 6.9 g/dL, BP 110/68, HR 108. After IV access and resuscitation, which transfusion strategy is recommended?

Accepted Answer

Restrictive transfusion with threshold Hb 7 g/dL

Answer

Transfuse only if Hb <6 g/dL

Answer

Transfuse at Hb <8 g/dL for all

Answer

Transfuse only if shock develops

Answer

Transfuse now to target Hb ≥10 g/dL

Practice question

A 68‑year‑old man presents with hematemesis. Hb 6.9 g/dL, BP 110/68, HR 108. After IV access and resuscitation, which transfusion strategy is recommended?