The patient at 39 weeks' gestation is undergoing a cesarean birth due to breech presentation. General anesthesia is being used. Which situation requires immediate intervention?

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A fetal heart rate of 70 prior to making the skin incision is a sign of fetal distress and requires immediate intervention. This may indicate that the baby is not receiving adequate oxygen and may require delivery as soon as possible to prevent further complications. The other options are normal findings that do not require immediate intervention. Blue hands and feet at 1 minute after birth can be a transient issue and usually resolves within a few minutes. Clear fluid in the baby's oropharynx is a normal finding after birth. Crying prior to delivery of the body is a normal sign of neonatal respiratory effort.

The Patient at 39 Weeks' Gestation Is Undergoing a Cesarean