A client with a UTI is ordered to receive trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole, also known as co-trimoxazole (Bactrim, Septra). The nurse is aware that Bactrim is a combination of two drugs. What is the purpose of this combination? Question 40 options: a) It decreases the response against disease-producing organisms. b) The two drugs have an antagonistic drug effect. c) Causes bacterial resistance to develop much more slowly. d) It prevents toxic drug effects.
[Verified Answer]: A client with a UTI is ordered to receive…
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