The Apgar test
The Apgar scoring system gives each newborn a score of 0,1, or 2 across five categories. Zero is given to the worst possible condition, and two is the ideal condition.
- Activity (muscle tone)
- Pulse
- Grimace (reflex irritability)
- Appearance (skin color)
- Respiration
The test is performed 1 minute after the baby is born, then again after 5 minutes. A total score of 3 or below is categorized as critically low and in need of immediate medical care.
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