Reflex response to stimulation of the nose (by touching it with a finger or a catheter)
Grimace
No response to stimulation
Grimace
Sneeze, cough
Muscle tone
Activity
Limp, no movement
Some bending of arms and legs
Active movement
Breathing
Respiration
No breathing
Irregular, slow
Good cry
* The word "Apgar" is also an acronym. The letters A, P, G, A, and R correspond to the bold letters in this column.
† The baby is given a score from 0 to 2 for each of 5 characteristics. A total score of 7 to 10 at 5 minutes is considered normal, 4 to 6 is intermediate, and 0 to 3 is low.
