Question

A 61-year-old woman with anemia (Hgb 8.2 g/dL) from GI bleed is hemodynamically stable. Which transfusion threshold is supported?

Accepted Answer

Transfuse at Hgb <7 g/dL (most stable adults)

Answer

Transfuse at Hgb <10 g/dL for all

Answer

Transfuse at Hgb <6 g/dL only

Answer

Transfuse at Hgb <8.5 g/dL regardless of symptoms

Answer

Transfuse solely based on fatigue

Practice question

A 61-year-old woman with anemia (Hgb 8.2 g/dL) from GI bleed is hemodynamically stable. Which transfusion threshold is supported?