You have assisted in the delivery of a full-term infant by suctioning the mouth and nose as the head was delivered and again following complete delivery.The infant is not yet breathing.Which of the following is the correct sequence of interventions?

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Rubbing the infant's back and tapping the bottom of the foot can stimulate breathing. Beginning bag-valve-mask ventilations will provide oxygen to the infant while waiting for him to begin breathing on his own. Checking the pulse is important to determine if the infant needs CPR. Back blows and chest thrusts are not recommended for newborns who are not breathing as they can cause further harm. Transporting without further intervention is not appropriate in this situation. Suctioning the airway with a rigid tonsil tip is not recommended as it can cause damage to fragile tissues.

You Have Assisted in the Delivery of a Full-Term Infant