To reverse the effects of neurotoxic venom from a snakebite, which of the following actions would likely be most effective?

a. Give the patient a high dose of dopamine.
b. Give the patient a substance that would allow the body to resume transmission of acetylcholine.
c. Give the patient a drug that would increase GABA transmission.
d. Give the patient an acetylcholine antagonist.

Answer: B

Rationale: Blocking acetylcholine could lead to paralysis of the heart and lungs.

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