This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Gynaecology & Obstetrics
APGAR score includes all except 
Select and explain. 
A. Tendon reflexes, B. Colour, C. Muscle tone, D. Respiratory effort
A: Tendon reflexes
Answer: A: Tendon reflexes 
Explanation: Sign
0 points
1 point
2 points


Heart rate
Absent
< 100 bpm
> 100 bpm


Respiratory effort
Absent 
Slow, irregular
Good, crying


Muscle tone
Flaccid 
Some extremity flexion
active motion


Reflex irritability
No response
Grimace
Vigorous cry


Color 
Blue, pale
Body pink, extremities blue
Completely pink