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The specific antidote to botulinum toxin is:

  • A. sodium bicarbonate
  • B. antitoxin
  • C. pralidoxime
  • D. naloxone
Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: antitoxin. Antitoxin is the specific antidote to botulinum toxin as it helps neutralize the toxin in the body. Sodium bicarbonate (A) is used to treat acidosis, pralidoxime (C) is used for organophosphate poisoning, and naloxone (D) is used for opioid overdose. Antitoxin directly targets and counteracts the botulinum toxin, making it the appropriate antidote in cases of botulism.