Side effects that occur in patient tissues while they are on antimicrobic drugs include all the following except
A)development of resistance to the drug.
B)hepatotoxicity.
C)nephrotoxicity.
D)diarrhea.
E)deafness.

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The development of resistance to the drug is not a side effect that occurs in patient tissues, but rather a consequence of the selective pressure exerted by the drug on microbial populations. The other options listed are potential side effects that may occur in patient tissues while on antimicrobial drugs.

Side Effects That Occur in Patient Tissues While They Are