Which gastrointestinal effect is most likely after ganglionic blockade?
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Correct answer: Reduced gastrointestinal motility
Parasympathetic activity normally stimulates gastrointestinal motility and secretion. Ganglionic blockade reduces this stimulation, resulting in decreased gut motility.
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