When is the Apgar test given?
1 and 5 minutes after birth
1 and 10 minutes
5 and 10 minutes
10 and 15 minutes
Answer
The Apgar test is given at 1 and 5 minutes after birth to assess the newborn's overall health and well-being. The test evaluates five parameters: appearance (skin color), pulse (heart rate), grimace (reflexes), activity (muscle tone), and respiration (breathing). A score of 0-2 is given for each parameter, with a total score of 10 indicating optimal health.
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