Apgar Score Calculator
About the Calculator
This simple calculator provides a quick assessment of a newborn's condition using the Apgar Score system.
Calculation Formula:
FORMULA: Addition of assigned points.
5 independent items, each scored 0 (Absent), 1 (Intermediate), or 2 (Present).
Minimum score = 0; maximum = 10.
Initial testing for “Reflex Irritability” was nasal and oropharyngeal suctioning with a rubber catheter meant to elicit grimace, sneeze, or cough.
Score interpretation::
- Scores ≥7; generally normal
- Score of 4 to 6; fairly low
- Scores ≤3; critically low, needs intervention
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