0eneral lnformation

P The very first test given to your newborn.

P t is an assessment scale used as a
standard since 1958.
P developed in 1952 by an anesthesiologist
named Virginia Apgar.
P Taken 1 minute and 5 minutes after birth.
!:rpose:
P to quickly evaluate a newborn's physical
condition after delivery.
P to determine any immediate need for
extra medical or emergency care.
aotors :sed to eval:ate:
1. Activity and Muscle tone
2. Pulse (Heart Rate)
3. Grimace Response (reflex irritability)
4. Appearance (skin color)
5. Respiration
* each factor is scored on a scale of 0 to 2,
with 2 being the best score
P Total Score = > 4 (serious danger, needs
resuscitation)
P Total Score = 4 to 6 (guarded, clearing
of airways and supplementary oxygen)
P Total Score = 7 to 10 (good)