The nurse is assessing a newborn whose heart rate is 65, ...

[Metfan725]

The nurse is assessing a newborn whose heart rate is 65, respirations are 24, muscle tone is flaccid, reflexes indicate a weak cry, and the color is blue. Which is the appropriate Apgar score for this newborn?
 
  1) 2
  2) 3
  3) 4
  4) 5

Question 2

The nurse is conducting an assessment for a newborn who presents with a heart rate of 140, a strong cry is noted, muscle tone is active, reflexes are vigorous, and color is pink with blue hands and feet.
 
  Which Apgar score is most appropriate for the newborn?
  1) 6
  2) 8
  3) 9
  4) 10

[tandmlomax84]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: 2

Answer to Question 2

ANS: 3

[Metfan725]

Excellent

[milbourne11]

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