Question

A 58-year-old presents with melena and syncope. EMS notes hypotension. Initial ED priorities per sepsis/UGIB guidance?

Accepted Answer

Resuscitation with crystalloids, transfuse to restrictive threshold, risk stratify, then endoscopy within 24 h

Answer

Immediate endoscopy

Answer

Antibiotics only

Answer

High-dose IV steroids

Answer

Discharge if pain improves

Practice question

A 58-year-old presents with melena and syncope. EMS notes hypotension. Initial ED priorities per sepsis/UGIB guidance?