During the delivery of a baby, you notice that the cord is wrapped around the baby's neck. Which of the following should be your first action?
A) Attempt to slip the cord over the head.
B) Pinch the cord.
C) Cut the cord.
D) Clamp the cord in two locations.
Ans: A) Attempt to slip the cord over the head.
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