A newborn presents at delivery with meConium-stained amniotic fluid and is handed to the resuscitation team.She is crying, has central cyanosis, and is moving spontaneously.Which of the following is the most appropriate first action for the team to take to resuscitate

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In a newborn with meconium-stained amniotic fluid, the initial steps in resuscitation should be drying and stimulating the baby and suctioning the mouth and nose to remove any meconium that may have been aspirated during delivery. Intubation and suctioning of the trachea may be necessary if there is significant respiratory distress or if the suctioning of the mouth and nose is not effective. Auscultation of the lungs can be done after suctioning to assess for any signs of respiratory distress. Placing the baby on the mother's chest is not appropriate in this situation as the baby may require additional resuscitation measures.

A Newborn Presents at Delivery with MeConium-Stained Amniotic Fluid and Is