A nurse working in the nursery notes that a newborn is having frequent episodes of apnea lasting 10 to 15 seconds without any changes in color or decreases in heart rate. Which intervention would be the most appropriate?

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This is a common finding in newborns and is called central apnea of newborn. In these cases, the healthcare provider should be notified if the apnea lasts longer than 20 seconds, but there is no need for immediate intervention. Suctioning would not be appropriate as there is no evidence of secretions, calling the healthcare provider immediately is not necessary as this is a common finding, and turning the newborn to the right side is not a recommended intervention for apnea in newborns.

A Nurse Working in the Nursery Notes That a Newborn