A term newborn delivered vaginally after an uncomplicated pregnancy is assessed at 1 minute of life. The infant has a heart rate of 95 bpm, slow irregular respirations, some flexion of extremities, grimace in response to suctioning, and cyanosis of the trunk and extremities. What is the most appropriate immediate next step in management?

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