Prior to an emergency delivery, an OEC Technician prepares the delivery field. Which of the following instructions describes the best way to do that task?
a. Place sheets from the OB kit over both of the woman's legs and her abdomen.
b. Use towels to wrap each of the woman's legs and to cover her abdomen.
c. Use a sheet or a clean blanket from the aid room to cover the woman's abdomen and groin.
d. Place a clean (or if available, a sterile) sheet or towel under the mother's buttocks and then unfold it down to her feet.
Answer: d
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