You have just assisted in the delivery of a 34-week-gestation infant in the office of a methadone clinic. After 30 seconds of drying and stimulation, the infant remains limp and cyanotic, with a pulse of 50. Which of the following is the most appropriate action to take at this point?

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BIn this scenario, the infant is showing signs of significant distress, indicated by limpness, cyanosis, and a critically low heart rate (pulse of 50). Immediate action is required to support the infant's breathing and circulation. A) Beginning CPR with a ratio of 3 compressions to 1 ventilation is appropriate for neonates with a heart rate below 60 beats per minute despite adequate ventilation, as per resuscitation guidelines.B) Intubating the trachea and ventilating are critical steps for an infant not responding to initial stimulation and showing signs of significant respiratory distress or failure. This approach, along with reassessment and preparation for transport to a NICU, is essential for stabilizing the infant's condition.

You Have Just Assisted in the Delivery of a 34-Week-Gestation