When the Nurse Observes a Newborn Infant Demonstrating an Irregular

When the nurse observes a newborn infant demonstrating an irregular abdominal breathing pattern, with a respiratory rate of 50 breaths/minute with occasional pauses in breathing of 5-second durations, the most appropriate action by the nurse is to:

A) begin resuscitation efforts.
B) elevate the head of the crib.
C) continue to assess the infant.
D) position the infant side-lying.