The pharmacist is caring for an adult patient with a fever. Which medications are appropriate for the patient to take? (Select all that apply.) Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.

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Acetaminophen, ibuprofen, and aspirin are all appropriate medications for treating fever in adults. They act as antipyretics, helping to lower body temperature. Prednisolone and methylprednisolone are corticosteroids, which are not typically used for treating fever and can suppress the immune response.

The Pharmacist Is Caring for an Adult Patient with a Fever