The Apgar Scale is a method used to assess the health of newborns. A score of three would indicate
A) that the newborn's condition is good.
B) that there may be some developmental difficulties.
C) an emergency because the baby's survival is in doubt.
D) that the evaluator has not made a proper reading.

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A score of three on the Apgar Scale is very low and indicates an emergency situation where the newborn's survival is in doubt. The Apgar Scale evaluates the baby's heart rate, respiratory effort, muscle tone, reflex response, and skin color at one minute and five minutes after birth, with scores ranging from 0 to 10. A score of three or below at five minutes may indicate long-term developmental difficulties.

The Apgar Scale Is a Method Used to Assess the Health