A client is prescribed medication for an elevated body temperature. Which of the following would be appropriate for the nurse to provide to the client?
1. Antihypertensive
2. Antipyretic
3. Muscle relaxant
4. Sedative
2. Antipyretic
Rationale:
Antipyretic medication is used to reduce the body temperature. Antihypertensives are used to reduce blood pressure. Muscle relaxants and sedatives do not reduce body temperature.
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