You respond for an imminent delivery of a baby in the breech position. As you examine the mother, you see that the umbilical cord is protruding from the opening of the cervix. You realize that the most important care you can provide for this baby is to:
A) keep the baby off of the cord.
B) gently push the cord back into the vaginal space.
C) wrap the cord to prevent heat loss.
D) provide oxygen to the mother.
A
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