Your patient is an expectant mother with signs of imminent delivery. You realize that you will have to deliver the baby. What is the first thing to do when assisting with a normal delivery?

A. Check for the presence of a nuchal cord.
B. Wash your hands with soap and water or with commercial hand wash.
C. Drape the mother and place her on top of clean sheets or towels.
D. Place one hand below the baby's head to support it.


Answer: B

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