Question

A 40-year-old presents with acute interstitial pancreatitis (no organ failure). Which initial fluid strategy is recommended?

Accepted Answer

Early moderate, goal-directed IV hydration using lactated Ringer's solution

Answer

Normal saline at aggressive rates for 48-72 hours

Answer

No IV fluids; NPO only

Answer

Hydroxyethyl starch boluses to expand volume

Answer

Delay feeding until pain resolves and enzymes normalize

Practice question

A 40-year-old presents with acute interstitial pancreatitis (no organ failure). Which initial fluid strategy is recommended?