APGAR Flashcards
1
Q
APGAR SCORE:
A
A-Appearance P-pulse G-Grimace A-Activity R- respiratory rate and effort
1 and 5 minutes after delivery
Scores of 4-6 indicate the neonate is in moderate distress. Scores between 7-10 are considered good.
2
Q
APGAR SCORE: Appearance
A
Pink torso and extremities 2
Pink torso and blue extremities 1
Blue all over 0
3
Q
APGAR SCORE: Pulse
A
> 100 2
<100 1
Absent 0
4
Q
APGAR SCORE: Grimace
A
Vigorous cry 2
Limited cry 1
No response to stimulus 0
5
Q
APGAR SCORE: Activity
A
Actively moving 2
Limited movement 1
Flaccid 0
6
Q
APGAR SCORE: Respiratory effort
A
Strong loud cry 2
Hypoventilation, irregular 1
Absent 0
