After 15 seconds following birth, a neonate presents with vigorous crying and a strong cough. Obvious secretions and amniotic fluids are present from the airway and stomach. The baby has peripheral cyanosis. You would FIRST
A. check the heart rate.
B. provide blow by oxygen.
C. suction the nose.
D. suction the mouth.
Ans: D. Clearing the oropahrynx or mouth of a newborn is a first step to prevent the baby from aspirating the secretions. Following the suctioning of the mouth, one should also gently suction the nose.
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