Question

A 58-year-old admitted for UGIB has Hb 7.2 g/dL and is otherwise stable. What transfusion threshold is supported by guidelines for most hospitalized adults?

Accepted Answer

Hb <7 g/dL

Answer

Hb <9 g/dL

Answer

Hb <8 g/dL

Answer

Hb <6 g/dL

Answer

Transfuse regardless of Hb if age >65

Practice question

A 58-year-old admitted for UGIB has Hb 7.2 g/dL and is otherwise stable. What transfusion threshold is supported by guidelines for most hospitalized adults?