Question

A 67-year-old with lower GI bleed is hemodynamically stable, Hb 6.8 g/dL. What transfusion approach aligns with AABB guidance?

Accepted Answer

Restrictive strategy; transfuse at Hb <7 g/dL

Answer

Transfuse when Hb <9 g/dL routinely

Answer

Transfuse only if symptomatic regardless of Hb

Answer

Transfuse two units automatically

Answer

Transfuse when Hb <10 g/dL

Practice question

A 67-year-old with lower GI bleed is hemodynamically stable, Hb 6.8 g/dL. What transfusion approach aligns with AABB guidance?