You are called to a delivery for a 25 week gestation neonate…
You are called to a delivery for a 25 week gestation neonate. Mom is Gravida 3, Para 1, (G3, P1) with a history of oligohydramnios and premature rupture of membranes x 2 weeks. She has received 3 doses of betamethasone and is currently receiving IV magnesium sulfate. Mother reports that she smoked ‘occasionally’ throughout the pregnancy. The L&D nurse reports late decelerations on the fetal heart monitor. She is moved back for a STAT C-section. You prepare the radiant warmer in anticipation of the imminent delivery. The baby comes out crying and is placed on the radiant warmer in front of you. You received the baby at the warmer and begin drying him off. Once you are done drying the baby, you position him to ensure an open airway and proceed to assess his respiratory effort. Which of the following is the best position for this?
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