A client has been diagnosed with shingles. Which of the following medication classifications will reduce the severity and prevent development of new lesions?
A) Antiviral
B) Corticosteroids
C) Analgesics
D) Antipyretics

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Antiviral medications such as acyclovir, valacyclovir, and famciclovir are the primary treatment option to reduce the severity of shingles and prevent the development of new lesions. Corticosteroids may help to reduce inflammation and pain, but they are not the first-line treatment and may actually worsen the viral infection. Analgesics (pain relievers) and antipyretics (fever reducers) may be used to manage symptoms, but they do not directly treat the shingles virus.

A Client Has Been Diagnosed with Shingles