A patient with interstitial cystitis has just begun to take pentosan polysulfate sodium (Elmiron). The nurse would notify the physician if the patient exhibited which symptom(s). (Select all that apply.)
A) Petechiae
B) Anorexia
C) Decreased blood pressure
D) Blood in the urine
E) Headache
A, C, D
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Adverse effects associated with pentosan use include bleeding that may progress to hemorrhage (related to the drug's heparin effects), headache, alopecia, and GI disturbances. It would be necessary to notify the physician if the patient showed any signs of bleeding. Anorexia and headaches are not associated with this drug.
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