To treat nerve agent poisoning, you should:

A) induce vomiting.
B) avoid treating the patient in the prehospital setting.
C) administer atropine and Pralidoxime (2-PAM) chloride.
D) immediately start an IV drip of electrolytes.


Answer: C

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