Question

A 56-year-old with suspected upper GI bleed has Hb 8.2 g/dL and hemodynamic instability. After resuscitation to stability, what pharmacotherapy is indicated prior to endoscopy?

Accepted Answer

High-dose IV proton pump inhibitor

Answer

Octreotide only

Answer

Desmopressin

Answer

Tranexamic acid routine use

Answer

H₂ blocker

Practice question

A 56-year-old with suspected upper GI bleed has Hb 8.2 g/dL and hemodynamic instability. After resuscitation to stability, what pharmacotherapy is indicated prior to endoscopy?