Question

A 65-year-old with upper GI bleed and CAD (stable) has Hgb 7.9 g/dL after resuscitation. He is hemodynamically stable. Which transfusion approach is reasonable?

Accepted Answer

Transfuse at <8 g/dL due to CVD

Answer

Transfuse now to maintain >9 g/dL

Answer

Transfuse only at <6 g/dL

Answer

Transfuse two units routinely

Answer

No transfusion until syncope occurs

Practice question

A 65-year-old with upper GI bleed and CAD (stable) has Hgb 7.9 g/dL after resuscitation. He is hemodynamically stable. Which transfusion approach is reasonable?