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A Neonate's 5-Minute Apgar Assessment Reveals the Following: Active Motion;

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A neonate's 5-minute Apgar assessment reveals the following: active motion; pulse,126 beats/minute; grimace and coughing during suctioning; appearance,good color all over; and respirations slightly irregular with weak cry.What action by the nurse is most appropriate?


A) Assess oxygen saturation and administer oxygen if needed.
B) Document the findings in the chart and begin the identification process.
C) Facilitate bonding and help the mother initiate breastfeeding if desired.
D) Place the baby in skin-to-skin contact on the mother's bare abdomen.

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