EVALUATION OF NEWBORN INFANTS ACCORDING TO THE APGAR SCORING SYSTEM
Keywords:
APGAR score, newborn infant, neonatal assessment, neonatal care, birth evaluationAbstract
The APGAR scoring system is a simple and effective method used worldwide to
assess the physical condition of newborn infants immediately after birth. Developed by Dr. Virginia
Apgar in 1952, this scoring system evaluates five essential clinical parameters: heart rate,
respiratory effort, muscle tone, reflex irritability, and skin coloration. The APGAR score provides
rapid information about the newborn's adaptation to extrauterine life and helps healthcare
professionals identify infants requiring immediate medical intervention. This article examines the
significance, methodology, and clinical applications of APGAR assessment in neonatal care. The
role of APGAR scoring in improving neonatal outcomes and reducing the risk of complications is
also discussed.
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