APGAR Scores Are Used to

question 96

Multiple Choice

APGAR scores are used to

• A) evaluate a newborn's weight.
• B) assess a newborn's physiological condition.
• C) measure a newborn's genetic state.
• D) determine the developmental age of the infant.
• E) measure the infant.

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