Final answer:
The nurse should report the respiratory rate to the provider as part of the Apgar test.
Option D.
Step-by-step explanation:
The nurse should report the respiratory rate to the provider. The Apgar test, which is used to assess the overall health and well-being of a newborn, includes five criteria: appearance (skin color), pulse (heart rate), grimace (reflex), activity (muscle tone), and respiration.
The respiratory rate is an important indicator of the baby's ability to breathe properly, and any abnormalities in respiratory rate should be reported to the provider for further evaluation and possible intervention.