In which position should the nurse place a newborn to administer oxygen by bag and mask?

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If a newborn does not draw in a first breath spontaneously following gentle stimulation, place the infant under a radiant heat warmer in a "sniffing" position, which is the head slightly tipped back. Trendelenburg is not a recommended position since this increases intracranial pressure. Flexing the neck could occlude the airway. The position is very important; the tongue will not occlude the airway if the correct position is used.

In Which Position Should the Nurse Place a Newborn to Administer