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🌟 What Does the APGAR Score Assess in Newborns? 👶
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:
🫀 A - Appearance (Skin Color): Pink, pale, or blue? 💕
💓 P - Pulse (Heart Rate): Over or under 100 bpm? 📉📈
🌬️ G - Grimace (Reflex Irritability): Response to stimulation like a gentle pinch. 😤
💪 A - Activity (Muscle Tone): Active movement or floppy? 🏋️♂️
💨 R - Respiration: Strong cry or weak/absent breathing? 😭
🩺 Scoring:
Each category is scored 0–2 points, with a maximum of 10 points indicating a healthy baby.
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