What should a paramedic do when confronted with a prolasped cord?

A) Place gloved fingers between the baby and the mothers pelvic bone
B) Insert gloved hand into the birth canal in order to restrain delivery
C) Attempt to push the cord back into the birth canal
D) Clamp and cut the cord and instruct the mother to push as hard as possible


Answer: A) Place gloved fingers between the baby and the mothers pelvic bone

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