Question

A 62-year-old man with heavy alcohol use has new epigastric pain and elevated lipase. No evidence of infection or necrosis. Which is NOT recommended initially?

Accepted Answer

Assess for gallstones if suspected

Answer

Early enteral nutrition as tolerated

Answer

Prophylactic antibiotics

Answer

LR for resuscitation

Answer

Pain control with opioids as needed

Practice question

A 62-year-old man with heavy alcohol use has new epigastric pain and elevated lipase. No evidence of infection or necrosis. Which is NOT recommended initially?