Upon assessing a newborn immediately after delivery, you note that the infant is breathing spontaneously and has a heart rate of 90 beats/min. What is the most appropriate initial management for this newborn?
A. Begin positive pressure ventilations.
B. provide blow-by oxygen with oxygen tubing
C. assess the newborn's skin condition and color.
D. start chest compressions and contact medical control
Ans: A. Begin positive pressure ventilations.
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