While in utero, the fetus passes meconium. Based on this assessment, which nursing diagnosis takes priority for the newborn at birth?

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Because the fetus has already passed meconium in utero, the labor and birth assume a high-risk management perspective. The likelihood that the infant will develop meconium aspiration syndrome (MAS) is increased, therefore airway complications take precedence in terms of nursing diagnosis and medical management.

While in Utero, the Fetus Passes Meconium