You have just delivered a premature baby. Your assessment reveals that he is breathing adequately; however, his heart rate is 90 beats/min. You should:
A. keep him warm and provide ventilatory assistance.
B. begin chest compressions and reassess in 30 seconds.
C. clamp and cut the umbilical cord and keep him warm.
D. assess his skin color and give free-flow oxygen as needed.
Answer: A. keep him warm and provide ventilatory assistance.
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