Which of the following is NOT a recommended method for assessing the heart rate of a? newborn?
A) Palpating the carotid pulse
B) Palpate the umbilical pulse
C) Auscultate heart sounds
D) Palpate a femoral pulse
Answer: A) Palpating the carotid pulse
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A. II only B. II, IV only C. I, III, IV only D, II, III, IV only
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