The nurse is caring for a child with a urinary tract infection who is on trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole (Bactrim). What side effects of this medication should the nurse teach to the parents and the child? (Select all that apply.)
A) Rash
B) Urticaria
C) Pneumonitis
D) Renal toxicity
E) Photosensitivity

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Side effects of Bactrim are rash, urticaria, and photosensitivity. Pneumonitis and renal toxicity are not side effects of Bactrim.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Child with a Urinary