The nurse has given the newborn an Apgar score of 5. She should then:
A) begin ventilation and compressions.
B) do nothing except place the infant under a radiant warmer.
C) observe the infant and recheck the score after 10 minutes.
D) gently stimulate by rubbing the infant's back while administering O2
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