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Apgar score
Newborn assessment at 1 + 5 minutes after birth (and 10 min if 5-min was < 7). Five components × 0-2 points = 0-10.
Result
10 / 10
Reassuring (7-10)
Note:Apgar is not used to direct resuscitation (NRP algorithm is). It is a retrospective assessment. Score < 7 at 5 min repeat at 10/15/20 min; correlates with neonatal mortality + cerebral palsy if persistently low. Education only.