A patient taking tolterodine (Detrol)reports decreased urination,ankle swelling,and a weight gain of 5 pounds over the past 2 days.What does the nurse do next?

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Adverse effects of drugs for overactive bladder include chest pain,fast or irregular heart rate,shortness of breath,swelling (edema)and rapid weight gain,confusion,and hallucinations.Additionally,these drugs may cause decreased urination or no urine output,and painful or difficult urination.The dose should be held and the prescriber notified.

A Patient Taking Tolterodine (Detrol)reports Decreased Urination,ankle Swelling,and a Weight