In addition to moving the presenting part of the baby off a prolapsed umbilical cord, you should:
A. encourage the patient to push in order to expel the placenta and baby.
B. clamp the umbilical cord and assist the mother's breathing as needed.
C. place the mother in a lateral recumbent position and keep the cord dry.
D. keep the protruding cord moist and give the mother high-flow oxygen.
Answer: D. keep the protruding cord moist and give the mother high-flow oxygen.
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