Indications that a newborn has aspirated meconium include:
1) a high Apgar score.
2) meconium in amniotic fluid.
3) newborn is not actively breathing.
4) meconium staining on skin.

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Meconium in the amniotic fluid, the newborn not actively breathing, and meconium staining on the skin are all indications of meconium aspiration. A high Apgar score is not associated with meconium aspiration.

Indications That a Newborn Has Aspirated Meconium Include