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What causes baby to respond slowly and be given low Apgar score?

April 26, 2017Apgar baby causes given low respond score

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What causes baby to respond slowly and be given low Apgar score?

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There are many physical reasons why a baby can be slow to respond soon after birth and therefore be given a lower Apgar score, usually at one minute of age. These can be any of the following or a combination of these factors.