During an emergent delivery in the emergency department, what is the MOST appropriate initial action for the nurse to ensure the safety of both mother and newborn?
Reassure the mother and explain the process.
Monitor the mother’s vital signs.
Establish an open airway for the newborn.
Prepare equipment for potential newborn resuscitation.
Establishing an open airway for the newborn is the most critical initial step post-delivery, as it directly impacts the infant's ability to breathe effectively, which is vital for survival. Monitoring maternal vital signs, while important, is secondary to establishing the newborn's airway. Although preparing for resuscitation of the newborn might be necessary, it is not the initial step in regular emergent deliveries. Reassuring the mother is important for emotional support but does not address critical physiological needs immediately after birth.
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