Despite positive pressure ventilation, a term newborn's heart rate has decreased from 80 beats per minute to 40 beats per minute. He is breathing spontaneously but shallowly at 40 breaths per minute and has a mottled appearance. Your next action would be to:
A) Continue positive pressure ventilation
B) Suction the nose and mouth
C) Start external chest compressions
D) Attach an AED with pediatric pads
C) Start external chest compressions
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