The nurse is making a follow-up call to a patient recently released from the acute care unit following treatment for thrombocytopenia.Which patient statements would the nurse consider reason to suggest contacting the primary health provider? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.
Select all that apply.
A)"You didn't tell me that I would have such bad,smelly diarrhea once I got home."
B)"I feel fine but my skin is a little off color."
C)"My appetite is coming back slowly."
D)"I was able to take a walk with my dog yesterday."
E)"I keep getting headaches in the late afternoon if I am tired."

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A: Diarrhea can be a sign of infection, which can be serious in a patient with thrombocytopenia.B: Changes in skin color can be a sign of anemia, which can also be serious in a patient with thrombocytopenia.E: Headaches can be a sign of increased intracranial pressure, which can be a complication of thrombocytopenia.

The Nurse Is Making a Follow-Up Call to a Patient