Which medications are the most effective choices for treating pain associated with inflammation in children? (Select all that apply.)

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Ibuprofen,naproxen/naproxen sodium,and ketorolac are all types of NSAIDs,which are used primarily for pain associated with inflammation.Opioids,such as morphine,are the preferred drugs for the management of acute,severe pain,including postoperative pain,posttraumatic pain,pain from vaso-occlusive crisis,and chronic cancer pain.Acetaminophen lacks the anti-inflammatory effects of NSAIDs and provides only minimal anti-inflammatory relief.Although aspirin is an anti-inflammatory medication,because of its association with Reye's syndrome,its use is not recommended in children.

Which Medications Are the Most Effective Choices for Treating Pain