The nurse has given the newborn an Apgar score of 5. She should then:
a. begin ventilation and compressions.
b. do nothing except place the infant under a radiant warmer.
c. observe the infant and recheck the score after 10 minutes.
d. gently stimulate by rubbing the infant's back while administering O2.
ANS: D
An infant who receives a score of 4 to 6 requires only additional oxygen and gentle stimulation. An infant who receive a score of 3 or less requires ventilation and compressions. An infant who scores less than 7 requires more intervention than placement under a radiant warmer. Observing and rechecking the infant will not improve newborn's transition to extrauterine life.
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