The laboring patient has experienced spontaneous rupture of membranes. The fluid is meconium-stained. The fetal heart tones are 100-105. Which nursing action is most important?
A) Change the mother's position from Fowler's to left lateral.
B) Insert a Foley catheter with the assistance of another nurse.
C) Notify the surgical team of an impending cesarean.
D) Decrease the IV of lactated Ringer's solution to 50 ml/hour.
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