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Get 40% off Lifetime Membership to NURSING.com and access everything you need to succeed! š Click the link in our bio or visit nursing.com/lifetime to join today! š What Does the APGAR Score Assess in Newborns? š¶ The APGAR score is a quick test performed at 1 minute and 5 minutes after birth to evaluate a newborn's health. Here's what it measures: š« A - Appearance (Skin Color): Pink, pale, or blue? š š P - Pulse (Heart Rate): Over or under 100 bpm? šš š¬ļø G - Grimace (Reflex Irritability): Response to stimulation like a gentle pinch. š¤ šŖ A - Activity (Muscle Tone): Active movement or floppy? šļøāāļø šØ R - Respiration: Strong cry or weak/absent breathing? š š©ŗ Scoring: Each category is scored 0ā2 points, with a maximum of 10 points indicating a healthy baby. #APGARScore #NewbornAssessment #NursingEducation #NurseLife #PediatricNursing #NCLEXPrep #FutureNurse #nclexflashcards #nursingflashcards #nursingnotes #APGAR #Flashcard
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