Hospital Admission
 
Symptoms & History

Physical Findings

Stop & Think

Lab and X-Ray

Differential Diagnosis

The Disease

Treatment

Conclusions

Quiz & Evaluation
Because of his low hemoglobin and evidence of an active ulcer, you decide to admit Mr. Jones and give him three units of packed RBCs.
  • His hemoglobin rises to 10.5 g/dl
  • He is started on appropriate antacid and antibiotic therapy.
  • He is discharged two days later, although his stools continue to be positive for occult blood.
  • He is instructed to take no aspirin.
  • An office appointment is made for one week later.
You relax. Another case solved and another satisfied customer.

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