NREMT Advanced EMT

Category - Pediatrics and Obstetrics

The baby is born and the umbilical cord has been cut. How soon should the APGAR score be done after birth?
  1. 1 min
  2. 2 min
  3. 3 min
  4. 4 min
Explanation
Answer - A - The APGAR score should be done 1 minute and 5 minutes after birth. A score of 7-10 indicates an active and vigorous neonate that requires only routine care. Neonates with APGAR scores of less than 4 are severely distressed and require immediate resuscitation.
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