What is the APGAR score for a baby with HR 120/ min, RR-40/min, strong respiratory effos, peripheral cyanosis, grimace while suctioning and having slightly flexed posture but no active movements of limbs?
APGAR score for this baby : 7 Appearance-peripheral cyanosis/acrocyanosis :1 Pulse rate 120/min - score 2 Grimaces - 1 Activity - 1 (flexed posture, but no movements) Respiratory effo - 2 (as strong respiratory effos present)
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Neonatal Resuscitation