Your pregnant patient's baby is crowning. Her contractions are 1 minute apart. She is gravida 3, para 2. You should:
A) Stay and prepare to assist delivery
B) Reassure the mother that she will not deliver for approximately 60 minutes
C) Prepare for delivery, while traveling with lights and sirens
D) Transport immediately
Answer: A) Stay and prepare to assist delivery
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