The primary pharmacologic goal in treating organophosphate toxicity is to:
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Correct answer: Block acetylcholine effects and restore enzyme activity
Treatment aims to block excess acetylcholine at receptors (with atropine) and restore acetylcholinesterase activity (with pralidoxime). This reduces life-threatening symptoms.
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