Asked by diana Afandi on Jun 14, 2024

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Newborn Rosie received an Apgar score of 3, which means that she ______.

A) is in good health
B) may need medical assistance
C) is in serious condition and needs immediate medical attention
D) has a pulse over 100 and has active and strong reflexes

Apgar Score

A quick test performed on a newborn at 1 and 5 minutes after birth to assess the baby's heart rate, breathing, muscle tone, reflexes, and skin coloration, indicating immediate health.

Medical Assistance

Health care services provided to individuals, including medical treatments, surgeries, and support for managing illnesses.

Reflexes

Automatic, involuntary responses to certain stimuli that do not require the involvement of the brain for execution.

  • Comprehend the importance and procedures involved in evaluating the health of newborns.
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Delwitt GonzalezJun 16, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
An Apgar score of 3 indicates a baby is in serious condition and requires immediate medical attention. The Apgar score assesses the newborn's physical condition and need for emergency medical care.