Question

A 60-year-old with GI bleeding stabilized; Hb 7.4 g/dL. Which transfusion strategy is appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Restrictive strategy targeting Hb ~7-8 g/dL

Answer

Transfuse to Hb 10-12 g/dL

Answer

No transfusion until Hb <5 g/dL

Answer

Two units automatically

Answer

Transfuse platelets

Practice question

A 60-year-old with GI bleeding stabilized; Hb 7.4 g/dL. Which transfusion strategy is appropriate?