APGAR Calc

Designed by a pediatrician, APGAR calculates a newborn's APGAR score with great ease. Simply click on the descriptors and the program will tell you the score. Additionally, it has a built in timer that will flash red, buzz, and optionally emit an audible ring at 1 and 5 minutes to remind the user it is time to calculate an APGAR. The timer is optional. Apgar can be calculated at anytime while it is running or without using it all. Touch and audible reminders can be disabled in settings if desired. Reference articles are included.

Feature Summary:
-Simple way to calculate APGAR score
-Optional timer able to remind you to obtain score at proper times


What is an APGAR?

The Apgar score was devised in 1952 by Dr. Virginia Apgar as a simple and repeatable method to quickly and summarily assess the health of newborn children immediately after birth. It stands for "Appearance, Pulse, Grimace, Activity, Respiration."

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Intended for use by pediatricians, neonatologists, physicians, medical students, and pediatric nurses who are present at newborn deliveries.

APGAR Calc should be used only as a reference aid. The information contained in the app should not be used as a substitute for the exercise of professional clinical judgement. Please contact the developer if you find any errors.

Tags: APGAR, pediatrics, Medical student, Dr. Virginia Apgar, EMT, paramedic, newborn delivery, APGAR score