Although the neonate has been suctioned and the face cleared of blood, the neonate still has not initiated spontaneous respiration. The initial intervention the nurse should apply to stimulate respiration would be:
a. Slapping or thumping the neonate's feet
b. Gently rubbing the neonate's back
c. Holding the neonate upside down
d. Beginning chest compressions
B
Gently rubbing the neonate's back can provide tactile stimulation. Chest compressions would not be the initial intervention.
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