The profound vasodilation caused by the pharmacologic action of mecamylamine is primarily due to the:

A. ganglionic stimulation of parasympathetic ganglia.
B. ganglionic blockade of sympathetic ganglia.
C. ganglionic blockade of parasympathetic ganglia.
D. ganglionic stimulation of sympathetic ganglia.


Answer: B

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