A term newborn is apneic at birth. After providing warmth and positioning and clearing the airway, the infant is still apneic and has central cyanosis; heart rate is 80 beats per minute.
Question
What is the next appropriate step for resuscitation?
1 Stimulate by flicking the soles.
2 Begin positive pressure ventilation.
3 Begin chest compressions.
4 Administer epinephrine.
5 Begin positive pressure ventilation and chest compressions.