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Scoring system designed by Virginia Apgar is the most commonly used instrument for evaluating a newborn's condition upon delivery. Scores are given at one minute and five minute intervals following birth. | Scoring system designed by Virginia Apgar is the most commonly used instrument for evaluating a newborn's condition upon delivery. Scores are given at one minute and five minute intervals following birth. | ||
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Inverted pyramid reflecting relative frequencies of neonatal resuscitation efforts for the newborn who does not have meconium-stained amniotic fluid. Note that a majority of newborns respond to simple measures. | Inverted pyramid reflecting relative frequencies of neonatal resuscitation efforts for the newborn who does not have meconium-stained amniotic fluid. Note that a majority of newborns respond to simple measures. | ||
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10.02 APGAR SCORE
Scoring system designed by Virginia Apgar is the most commonly used instrument for evaluating a newborn's condition upon delivery. Scores are given at one minute and five minute intervals following birth.
| Sign | 0 | 1 | 2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Appearance | Pale / blue | Pink body, blue extremities | Pink body, pink extremities |
| Pulse | Absent | Less than 100 | 100 or greater |
| Grimace | No response | Grimace | Cough, sneeze |
| Activity | Limp | Some flexion | Action |
| Respiratory effort | Absent | Slow, irregular | Strong crying |
Assess and Support:
- Temperature (warm and dry)
- Airway (position and suction)
- Breathing (stimulate to cry)
- Circulation (heart rate and color)
Inverted pyramid reflecting relative frequencies of neonatal resuscitation efforts for the newborn who does not have meconium-stained amniotic fluid. Note that a majority of newborns respond to simple measures.