Lauren - Nursing made easy on Instagram: "Distinguishing upper and lower GI bleeds Understanding upper GI bleeds - Location: Upper GI bleeds originate from the oesophagus, stomach, or duodenum - Common causes: peptic ulcers, gastritis, oesophageal varicose, mallory-weiss tears, and erosive oesophagitis - Management: Initial resuscitation with intravenous fluids and blood products, proton pump inhibitors, endoscopic interventions such as sclerotherapy, band ligation, and surgical intervention for refractory bleeding Understanding lower GI bleeds - Location: Lower GI bleeds originate from the colon, rectum, or anus - Common causes: Diverticulosis, colorectal cancer, inflammatory bowel disease (e.g. Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis), haemorrhoids, and angiodysplasia - Management: Fluid