A 65-year-old has new microcytic anemia (Hgb 7.2 g/dL) with dyspnea at rest. Which transfusion strategy aligns with AABB guidance for most stable adul...

Question

A 65-year-old has new microcytic anemia (Hgb 7.2 g/dL) with dyspnea at rest. Which transfusion strategy aligns with AABB guidance for most stable adults?

Accepted Answer

Transfuse if Hgb

Answer

Transfuse all if Hgb

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No transfusion regardless of symptoms

Answer

Transfuse platelets instead

"transfusion thresholds" MCQ (SBA): Microcytic Anemia

A 65-year-old has new microcytic anemia (Hgb 7.2 g/dL) with dyspnea at rest. Which transfusion strategy aligns with AABB guidance for most stable adults?