Which of the following agents is the best choice for analgesia in a patient with 9 percent partial thickness burns involving the right lower extremity?
A) Naproxen sodium
B) Ketorolac
C) Acetaminophen
D) Fentanyl

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Fentanyl is a strong opioid analgesic that is used for severe pain, such as that associated with burns. Naproxen sodium and ketorolac are non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) that can help with pain, but may not be strong enough for the severity of the patient's burns. Acetaminophen is not effective for pain associated with burns.

Which of the Following Agents Is the Best Choice for Analgesia