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MediumGastroenterologyUpper gastrointestinal bleedingau-acemau-amc

A 44-year-old man presents with melaena and postural dizziness. He has been taking ibuprofen regularly for back pain. Blood pressure is 100/60 mmHg and pulse 110 beats/min. According to Australian upper gastrointestinal bleeding guidance, what is the most important initial management step?

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