A Woman Has Just Given Birth to an Infant Whose

question 8

Multiple Choice

A woman has just given birth to an infant whose 1-minute Apgar score was 9.Meconium-stained amniotic fluid was noted upon rupture of the membranes.What action by the nurse is most appropriate?

• A) Apply oxygen at 0.5 L/minute via face mask.
• B) Assess and document the infant's 5-minute Apgar score.
• C) Transfer the neonate to the intensive care unit.
• D) Vigorously suction the infant's trachea.