A 42-year-old woman is 38 weeks pregnant and in active labor. While assessing for crowning, you notice that although the top of the baby's head is visible, a loop of the umbilical cord is protruding from the vagina. You should:

A) gently attempt to reinsert the cord into the vaginal canal.
B) encourage the mother to push while gently pulling traction.
C) clamp and cut the presenting section of the umbilical cord.
D) insert two fingers to raise the head of the baby off the cord.


D

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