APGAR Scoring is used to test:
A. Muscle

B. BMR (Basal Metabolic Rate)

C. Colour

D. Reflex action E. Breathing
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Correct option is C

· A. Muscle: APGAR scoring evaluates the muscle tone of a newborn, specifically assessing how well the muscles are moving and if the baby has good muscle tone.
· C. Colour: The skin colour of the baby is another component of the APGAR score, where the baby is rated based on whether their skin is blue, pale, or pink, with pink being the healthiest.
· D. Reflex action: APGAR scoring includes an evaluation of the newborn’s reflexes, such as grimacing or crying in response to stimuli, indicating the baby's neuro-reflex activity.
· E. Breathing: APGAR assesses the breathing of the newborn, looking at whether the baby is breathing normally, crying, or has no breathing.
Information Booster:
· Muscle (A): Muscle tone is a key part of the APGAR score. A healthy baby should show good muscle tone, such as flexing the arms and legs. If the baby’s muscles appear floppy or limp, it indicates a lower score.
· Colour (C): Colour is used to assess the oxygen levels in the baby's blood. A baby with blue or pale skin indicates a need for immediate medical intervention, whereas a pink baby suggests healthy oxygenation and good circulation.
· Reflex Action (D): The baby’s response to stimuli like suction or a mild pinch is assessed under reflex action. Babies who cry and show active response receive a higher score, while those who show no response are given a lower score.
· Breathing (E): The breathing rate is critical to determine if the newborn can breathe on their own. A good cry and regular breathing rates are signs of healthy breathing, while no breathing indicates a serious problem requiring immediate action.
Additional Knowledge (Incorrect Options):
· B. BMR (Basal Metabolic Rate): BMR is not assessed by the APGAR score. APGAR focuses on assessing the baby’s immediate health status right after birth, not on metabolic processes like BMR.