An infant at term was born at 0105 hours. The nurse is developing a plan of care for the newborn. During which time range will the nurse plan on performing the assessment to determine a Ballard score?

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The new Ballard score is often used to determine gestational age based on neuromuscular and physical characteristics. It is designed to assess gestational age from 20 to 44 weeks. The assessment is most accurate when performed within 12 hours of birth. The Ballard score is accurate within a 2-week window of gestational age.

An Infant at Term Was Born at 0105 Hours