Reflex irritability score

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Reflex irritability score is a component of the apgar score.

Other names[edit | edit source]

It is also known as grimace response score

How is it calculated?[edit | edit source]

it is the numerical value assigned to the neonate's response to stimuli, such as a mild pinch. If there is no reaction, the infant scores 0 for reflex irritability. If there is grimacing, the infant scores 1 for reflex irritability. If there is grimacing and a cough, sneeze, or vigorous cry, the infant scores 2 for reflex irritability.

In short:

  • 0 = no reaction;
  • 1 = grimace;
  • 2 = grimace with a cough, sneeze, or vigorous cry.

Normal reflex irritability score[edit | edit source]

Normal socre:2

What is APGAR score?[edit | edit source]

Developed by Virginia Apgar, MD (1909-1974) in 1952, Apgar is a quick test performed on a baby at 1 and 5 minutes after birth.

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1 minute apgar[edit | edit source]

The 1-minute score determines how well the baby tolerated the birthing process.

The 5 minute apgar[edit | edit source]

The 5-minute score tells the health care provider how well the baby is doing outside the mother's womb.

The 10 minute apgar[edit | edit source]

In rare cases, the test will be done 10 minutes after birth.

See also[edit | edit source]

See Apgar score Latest articles - Reflex irritability score

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