A 31-year-old is in labor. After ensuring her airway, breathing, and circulation, you assess her perineum and observe the umbilical cord protruding from the vagina. However, the baby is not visible. Your next action would be to:
A) place the patient in a knee-chest position.
B) prepare and apply high-concentration oxygen to the mother.
C) place a saline-soaked dressing over the cord.
D) gently pull the cord to assist in delivery.
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