You are caring for an infant with RDS. Nasal CPAP has been used; however, the infant suddenly deteriorates and is demonstrating severe hypoxemia on an FiO2 of 0.60. What should be done next?
A) Increase the CPAP.
B) Intubate the infant and begin mechanical ventilation.
C) Switch to nasal CPAP.
D) Increase the FiO2.
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