Question

A 69-year-old hospitalized for CAP has Hgb 6.8 g/dL but is hemodynamically stable. What RBC transfusion threshold is recommended in UGIB/CAP admissions per GI bleeding guideline and critical care practice?

Accepted Answer

Transfuse at ≤7 g/dL

Answer

Transfuse at ≤9 g/dL

Answer

Transfuse at ≤8 g/dL for all

Answer

Transfuse only if symptomatic

Answer

Transfuse at ≤10 g/dL in all

Practice question

A 69-year-old hospitalized for CAP has Hgb 6.8 g/dL but is hemodynamically stable. What RBC transfusion threshold is recommended in UGIB/CAP admissions per GI bleeding guideline and critical care practice?