Question

A 70-year-old stable medical inpatient without active bleeding has Hb 68 g/L. According to restrictive transfusion strategies, what is the most appropriate approach?

Accepted Answer

Transfuse red blood cells now as Hb <70 g/L

Answer

Transfuse red blood cells to maintain Hb >100 g/L

Answer

Withhold transfusion unless Hb <50 g/L

Answer

Transfuse only if symptomatic, regardless of Hb

Answer

Avoid transfusion entirely in older adults

Practice question

A 70-year-old stable medical inpatient without active bleeding has Hb 68 g/L. According to restrictive transfusion strategies, what is the most appropriate approach?