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The Nurse Performing an Initial Newborn Assessment Observes a Bluish

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The nurse performing an initial newborn assessment observes a bluish discoloration of the hands and feet.  The trunk has a pink color.  Which action by the nurse is appropriate?


A) Apply blow-by oxygen and count respirations
B) Auscultate heart sounds for a murmur
C) Observe the newborn for expiratory grunting
D) Place the newborn skin-to-skin with the mother

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