COMPETENCY APPRAISAL 1

ASSIGNMENT 13
EXAM 12 RATIONALE

Nam CERVANTES, LIANA S.

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Question Number:
7
Correct Answer:
D
Rationale:

Apgar is a quick test performed on a baby at 1 and 5 minutes after birth.

The 1-minute score determines how well the baby tolerated the birthing process.
The 5-minute score tells the health care provider how well the baby is doing outside the
mother's womb.
Reference:

Kaneshiro N., Zieve D. & A.D.A.M Editorial Team. (2018, October 11). About Us: Medline Plus APGAR Score.
Retrieved from Medline Plus.com: https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/003402.htm