What action by the nurse is most important to prevent respiratory depression in a newly born infant?
A) Bathe the infant in warm water before giving to the mother.
B) Dress the infant in warm clothing and place in a warmer.
C) Dry the infant and place on the mother's bare chest.
D) Turn the delivery room temperature up to 85°F (29.4°C).

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Cold stress can lead to respiratory depression.The nurse should immediately dry off a newly born infant and either place him in skin-to-skin contact with the mother or put him in a radiant warmer.

What Action by the Nurse Is Most Important to Prevent