A 12-hour-old infant is experiencing respiratory distress, and the neonatologist orders a heel stick to assess the infant's oxygenation status. What action should the therapist take at this time?
A) Perform the heel stick as ordered.
B) Instead of using the newborn's heel, the therapist should use a finger as the site.
C) Inform the physician that this procedure is inappropriate at this time.
D) Explain to the doctor that an arterial puncture procedure is appropriate.
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