Question

A 45-year-old with peptic ulcer bleeding treated endoscopically is discharged. What secondary prophylaxis is essential?

Accepted Answer

Test and treat H. pylori and maintain PPI as indicated

Answer

Stop all NSAIDs and no PPI

Answer

High-dose PPI long-term regardless of H. pylori

Answer

No follow-up needed

Answer

Start anticoagulation for prophylaxis

Practice question

A 45-year-old with peptic ulcer bleeding treated endoscopically is discharged. What secondary prophylaxis is essential?