What is a common potential side effect of all forms of antibiotic therapy for major pediatric infections?
A) hypovolemic shock
B) kernicterus
C) pseudomembranous enterocolitis
D) tooth enamel staining and hypoplasia

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Pseudomembranous enterocolitis is a potential side effect of all forms of antibiotic therapy as they can disrupt the balance of the gut microbiome and allow for the overgrowth of Clostridium difficile bacteria, which causes this type of colitis. Hypovolemic shock, kernicterus, and tooth enamel staining and hypoplasia are not common side effects of antibiotics in pediatric patients.

What Is a Common Potential Side Effect of All Forms