Question

A 68-year-old with a large peptic ulcer bleed is stabilized endoscopically (spurting vessel clipped). What acid suppression is recommended post-endoscopy?

Accepted Answer

IV PPI bolus then continuous infusion for 72 hours

Answer

No PPI; H2 blocker only

Answer

Oral PPI 20 mg once daily

Answer

Intermittent IV H2 blocker every 6 hours

Answer

Misoprostol only

Practice question

A 68-year-old with a large peptic ulcer bleed is stabilized endoscopically (spurting vessel clipped). What acid suppression is recommended post-endoscopy?