Final answer:
The Apgar scoring system is used to determine if the baby can stay with the mother or should be moved to the radiant warmer. The evaluation is based on five criteria: skin color, heart rate, reflex, muscle tone, and respiration.
Step-by-step explanation:
The three rapid evaluation questions that determine if the baby can stay with the mother or should be moved to the radiant warmer are based on the Apgar scoring system. The Apgar test is used to assess the baby's condition at 1 minute and 5 minutes after birth, evaluating five criteria: skin color, heart rate, reflex, muscle tone, and respiration.
For the baby to stay with the mother, they should have a high Apgar score (usually above 7) at 5 minutes, indicating a successful transition from the womb. If the Apgar score is low (below 7), it may suggest that the baby is in distress and needs immediate medical attention, so they would be moved to the radiant warmer for further evaluation and care.