Question

A 69-year-old with anemia (Hgb 6.9 g/dL), hemodynamically stable, no active bleeding. Which transfusion strategy aligns with current guidance?

Accepted Answer

Restrictive transfusion strategy with threshold <7 g/dL

Answer

Transfuse to Hgb >10 g/dL in all adults

Answer

Avoid transfusion unless Hgb <5 g/dL

Answer

Transfuse only if symptomatic regardless of Hgb

Answer

Routine liberal transfusion for older adults

Practice question

A 69-year-old with anemia (Hgb 6.9 g/dL), hemodynamically stable, no active bleeding. Which transfusion strategy aligns with current guidance?