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How is a methanol poisoned patient treated?
AIntravenous oxygen therapy
BInfusion of diluted ethanol
CCooling the whole body
DGiving dilute mineral acid
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. Infusion of diluted ethanol
Ethanol occupies the oxidising enzyme, giving the kidneys time to excrete methanol.
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