Reflex irritability score

Reflex irritability score is a component of the apgar score.

Other names

It is also known as grimace response score

How is it calculated?

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

Normal socre:2

What is APGAR score?

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.

1 minute apgar

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

The 5 minute apgar

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

The 10 minute apgar

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

See also

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