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The predominant purpose of the first Apgar scoring of a newborn is to:

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The predominant purpose of the first Apgar scoring of a newborn is to evaluate the infant’s vital functions. The Apgar score, taken shortly after birth, assesses the newborn's breathing, heart rate, muscle tone, reflexes, and skin color to determine how well the baby is doing and whether immediate medical care is required.

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Pinoza
Apr 30, 2024

Is to evaluate the infant’s vital function

Thapaliya
Jul 12, 2024

Answer c

HusseinKeyow
Aug 13, 2024

Answer B

izhaak
Aug 22, 2024

ANSWER C

Gesylove03
Oct 8, 2024

answer c

Crysie
Oct 17, 2024

Answer B

Kirsch07
Nov 16, 2024

Answer C

Urchmandudu
Dec 10, 2024

c . evaluate infant vital function

Bhawana181099Option: C
Mar 24, 2025

Evaluate the infant vital function