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An infant boy was born just a few minutes ago. The nurse is conducting the initial assessment. Part of the assessment includes the Apgar score. The Apgar assessment is performed:
 
  a. Only if the newborn is in obvious distress.
  b. Once by the obstetrician, just after the birth.
  c. At least twice, 1 minute and 5 minutes after birth.
  d. Every 15 minutes during the newborn's first hour after birth.
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ANS: C
Apgar scoring is performed at 1 minute and 5 minutes after birth. Scoring may continue at 5-minute intervals if the infant is in distress and requires resuscitation efforts.
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