Warfarin poisoning should be treated with:

A. albumin
B. phytonadione (vitamin K)
C. dicoumarol
D. protamine


b
Rationale: The administration of phytonadione (vitamin K) is recommended for warfarin poisoning. Warfarin is a synthetic derivative of dicoumarol.

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