August 23, 2021
August 23, 2021
What Is an Apgar Score—and Can it Signal a Birth Injury?
The Apgar Score was developed to assess how newborns were affected by anesthesia given during delivery. It was never intended to be a tool to determine the risks of life-long complications from birth; however, it does provide a snapshot of the immediate physical condition of the baby. This quick test can determine if the newborn […]