This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Gynaecology & Obstetrics
The newborn has heart rate of 80 bpm and gasping respiration. What is your next step 
Select and explain. 
A. Positive pressure ventilation with room air., B. Intubate the newborn., C. Positive pressure ventilation with 50 % oxygen., D. Continuous positive airway pressure  with 100% oxygen.
A: Positive pressure ventilation with room air.
Answer: A: Positive pressure ventilation with room air. 
Explanation: Apnea, gasping respirations or heart rate < 100 bpm beyond 30 seconds after delivery should prompt administration of positive pressure ventilation with room air.