A 50-year-old with nonvariceal UGIB has undergone endoscopic hemostasis. Which statement is true regarding acid suppression?...

Question

A 50-year-old with nonvariceal UGIB has undergone endoscopic hemostasis. Which statement is true regarding acid suppression?

Accepted Answer

High-dose IV PPI for 3 days reduces rebleeding

Answer

H₂ blockers equal PPIs for rebleed prevention

Answer

PPIs should be avoided due to infection risk

Answer

Oral PPI once daily is sufficient immediately

Answer

No acid suppression is needed post-hemostasis

us-abim MCQ (SBA): UGIB-PPI Strategy