A 55-year-old man presents with acute pancreatitis. After aggressive LR resuscitation, when should oral feeding be started if pain is improving?...

Question

A 55-year-old man presents with acute pancreatitis. After aggressive LR resuscitation, when should oral feeding be started if pain is improving?

Accepted Answer

Early enteral/oral feeding within 24-48 hours as tolerated

Answer

When pain is improving

Answer

Keep NPO for 5-7 days

Answer

Start TPN on day 1

Answer

Start clear liquids only after enzymes normalize

ukmla MCQ (SBA): Acute Pancreatitis