Yale Observation ScaleLoading...Quality of CryStrong or No cry+1Whimper or Sob+3Weak or High Pitched Cry or Moan+5Reaction to ParentsBrief Cry, Content+1Cries off and on+3Persistent Cry+5State VariationsAwakens quickly+1Difficult to awaken+3No arousal or falls asleep+5ColorPink+1Acrocyanosis+3Pale, Cyanotic or Mottled+5HydrationMoist Eyes, Skin, Mucus Memb+1Mouth slightly dry+3Mucus Membranes dry, Eyes sunken+5Social ResponseAlert or Smiles+1Alert or brief smile+3No smile, anxious or dull+5