You arrive on scene to assist another crew with a delivery. Upon your arrival, the crew on scene informs you that the delivery has already taken place and that you are going to be responsible for care of the infant. As you approach, you hear a very loud cry. The infant appears completely pink and moves his foot away when you flick the sole of his foot. The pulse is 120 beats/min and respirations are rapid. The infant has great muscle tone and resists your attempt to straighten the hips. Determine the Apgar score.
a. 6
b. 10
c. 1
d. 8
Ans: b. 10
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