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Apgar Score
Apgar Score
ASPIRE ACADEMY
Apgar evaluation was published in 1952 by anesthetist Dr.
Virginia Apgar
method for assessing the effects of anesthesia on
newborns given to mothers who gave birth
Now, health care providers use it to assess the overall
well-being of newborns, regardless of whether analgesics
or anesthetics are used
Five criteria - color, heart rate, reflex, muscle tone and
breathing - are evaluated and each criterion scores 0, 1 or
2
A high score (from a possible 10) indicates that the baby
has made a transition from the uterus
lower results indicate that the baby may be in trouble
Heart rate and breathing are the most critical
Poor results for each of these measurements can indicate
the need for immediate medical assistance to restore or
stabilize a newborn
In general, any results, less than 7 per 5 minute mark,
indicate that medical attention may be needed
A total score below 5 indicates an emergency situation
Usually, a newborn will make a temporary score of 1 for
some Apgar criteria and move to 2 through a 5-minute
assessment. Result 8 or more normal
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