The perinatal nurse notes that a newborn does not seem to have an opening inside the anal ring.Which action by the nurse takes priority?
A) Ask the mother how well the infant is eating.
B) Assess the abdomen and notify the physician.
C) Facilitate laboratory studies for kidney function.
D) Reassure the parents that this is a normal deviation.
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