The nurse's friend is talking about delivering her baby in a tub of warm water to make the baby's entry into the world less traumatic. The nurse explains that one of the contraindications for this form of delivery is the need for the infant to:
A) have the shock of the cold air stimulate the baby to let out a lusty cry. B) take a deep breath as soon as the head is delivered. C) let out a loud, lusty cry prior to delivery of the lower body. D) keep the umbilical cord dry.
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