A newborn initially presented with a heart rate of 152 and regular, unlabored respirations at 46 . Since central cyanosis was present, oxygen was given by blow-by. After about a minute, the cyanosis was still present. You should:
a. discontinue the oxygen, since the cause is probably not respiratory in nature.
b. begin positive-pressure ventilation with a bag-valve mask.
c. immediately intubate the newborn's trachea, then ventilate with a bag-valve mask.
d. begin chest compressions.
b
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