PPI for GI bleed C7

Question 1

what route are PPIs given in the management of gastric bleed

Answer 1

IV

Question 2

MOA PPI

Answer 2

proton pump inhibitor

inhibit gastric acid secretion

Creates disulfide bridge with the alpha subunit of proton pump to block it. Stops secretion of gastric acid

Question 3

what needs to be ruled out in someone presenting with a peptic ulcer bleed

Answer 3

h.pylori infection
as it will need to be treated with abx asap so this needs to be ruled out quickly