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SOAP NOTE Name: Date: Time: Age: Sex: SUBJECTIVE CC: Reason given by the patient for seeking medical care “in quotes” HPI: Describe the course of the patient’s illness, including when it began, character of symptoms, location where the symptoms began, aggravating or alleviating factors; pertinent positives and negatives, other related diseases, past illnesses, surgeries or past diagnostic testing related to present illness. Medications: (list with reason for med) PMH Allergies: Medication Intolerances: Chronic Illnesses/Major traumas Hospitalizations/Surgeries “Have you every been told that you have: Diabetes, HTN, peptic ulcer disease, asthma, lung disease, heart disease, cancer, TB, thyroid problems or kidney disease or psychiatric diagnosis.”

Family History Does your mother, father or siblings have any medical or psychiatric illnesses? Anyone diagnosed with: lung disease, heart disease, HTN, cancer, TB, DM, or kidney disease.

Social History Education level, occupational history, current living situation/partner/marital status, substance use/abuse, ETOH, tobacco, marijuana. Safety status ROS General Weight change, fatigue, fever, chills, night sweats, energy level Cardiovascular Chest pain, palpitations, PND, orthopnea, edema Skin Delayed healing, rashes, bruising, bleeding or skin discolorations, any changes in lesions or moles Respiratory Cough, wheezing, hemoptysis, dyspnea, pneumonia hx, TB Eyes Corrective lenses, blurring, visual changes of any kind Gastrointestinal Abdominal pain, N/V/D, constipation, hepatitis, hemorrhoids, eating disorders, ulcers, black tarry stools Ears Ear pain, hearing loss, ringing in ears, discharge Genitourinary/Gynecological Urgency, frequency burning, change in color of urine. Contraception, sexual activity, STDS Fe: last pap, breast, mammo, menstrual complaints, vaginal discharge, pregnancy hx Male: prostate, PSA, urinary complaints Nose/Mouth/Throat Sinus problems, dysphagia, nose bleeds or discharge, dental disease, hoarseness, throat pain Musculoskeletal Back pain, joint swelling, stiffness or pain, fracture hx, osteoporosis Breast SBE, lumps, bumps or changes Neurological Syncope, seizures, transient paralysis, weakness, paresthesias, black out spells Heme/Lymph/Endo HIV status, bruising, blood transfusion hx, night sweats, swollen glands, increase thirst, increase hunger, cold or heat intolerance Psychiatric Depression, anxiety, sleeping difficulties, suicidal ideation/attempts, previous dx

OBJECTIVE Weight BMI Temp BP Height Pulse Resp General Appearance Healthy appearing adult female in no acute distress. Alert and oriented; answers questions appropriately. Slightly somber affect at first, then brighter later. Skin Skin is brown, warm, dry, clean and intact. No rashes or lesions noted. HEENT Head is normocephalic, atraumatic and without lesions; hair evenly distributed. Eyes: PERRLA. EOMs intact. No conjunctival or scleral injection. Ears: Canals patent. Bilateral TMs pearly grey with positive light reflex; landmarks easily visualized. Nose: Nasal mucosa pink; normal turbinates. No septal deviation. Neck: Supple. Full ROM; no cervical lymphadenopathy; no occipital nodes. No thyromegaly or nodules. Oral mucosa pink and moist. Pharynx is nonerythematous and without exudate. Teeth are in good repair. Cardiovascular S1, S2 with regular rate and rhythm. No extra sounds, clicks, rubs or murmurs. Capillary refill 2 seconds. Pulses 3+ throughout. No edema. Respiratory Symmetric chest wall. Respirations regular and easy; lungs clear to auscultation bilaterally. Gastrointestinal Abdomen obese; BS active in all 4 quadrants. Abdomen soft, non-tender. No hepatosplenomegaly. Breast Breast is free from masses or tenderness, no discharge, no dimpling, wrinkling or discoloration of the skin. Genitourinary Bladder is non-distended; no CVA tenderness. External genitalia reveals coarse pubic hair in normal distribution; skin color is consistent with general pigmentation. No vulvar lesions noted. Well estrogenized. A small speculum was inserted; vaginal walls are pink and well rugated; no lesions noted. Cervix is pink and nulliparous. Scant clear to cloudy drainage present. On bimanual exam, cervix is firm. No CMT. Uterus is antevert and positioned behind a slightly distended bladder; no fullness, masses, or tenderness. No adnexal masses or tenderness. Ovaries are non-palpable. (Male: both testes palpable, no masses or lesions, no hernia, no uretheral discharge.) (Rectal as appropriate: no evidence of hemorrhoids, fissures, bleeding or masses—Males: prostrate is smooth, non-tender and free from nodules, is of normal size, sphincter tone is firm). Musculoskeletal Full ROM seen in all 4 extremities as patient moved about the exam room. Neurological Speech clear. Good tone. Posture erect. Balance stable; gait normal. Psychiatric Alert and oriented. Dressed in clean slacks, shirt and coat. Maintains eye contact. Speech is soft, though clear and of normal rate and cadence; answers questions appropriately. Lab Tests Urinalysis – pending Urine culture – pending Wet prep - pending

Special Tests Diagnosis Differential Diagnoses o 1- o 2- o 3- Diagnosis o Plan/Therapeutics o Plan: · Further testing · Medication · Education · Non-medication treatments Evaluation of patient encounter

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Introduction

The SOAP (Subjective, Objective, Assessment, and Plan) note is an essential tool used by healthcare professionals to document patient encounters systematically. It facilitates effective communication among providers, ensures comprehensive patient evaluations, and guides clinical decision-making. This paper explores the critical components of SOAP notes, emphasizing their significance in clinical practice, especially in diagnosing and managing complex medical cases.

Subjective Component

The subjective section captures the patient's personal account of their health concerns, including the chief complaint (CC), history of present illness (HPI), past medical history (PMH), family history, social history, review of systems (ROS), and other relevant information. The clinical value of thorough subjective documentation is paramount, as it provides context, symptom chronology, and insight into potential etiologies. For example, understanding a patient's medication use, allergies, or chronically inherited conditions is essential in forming a differential diagnosis.

Objective Component

The objective part involves measurable clinical data obtained through physical examination and laboratory investigations. It encompasses vital signs, general appearance, and detailed examination findings across various systems, including HEENT, cardiovascular, respiratory, gastrointestinal, genitourinary, musculoskeletal, neurological, and psychiatric assessments. Accurate and detailed objective data support clinical judgments and help identify physical signs that are pivotal in diagnosis.

Assessment

The assessment synthesizes the subjective and objective data to formulate potential diagnoses. It involves critical thinking to narrow differential diagnoses, considering statistically common conditions and atypical presentations. The assessment should also include the clinician's reasoning, highlighting the most probable diagnosis(s) based on evidence gathered. In the reviewed case, comprehensive evaluation would consider conditions such as infections, chronic illnesses, or mental health issues.

Plan/Therapeutics

The plan specifies subsequent steps, including further diagnostic testing, medication prescriptions, patient education, and non-pharmacological interventions. It ensures a structured approach toward patient management, enabling follow-up and monitoring. For example, pending lab tests or imaging might be ordered to confirm suspected diagnoses, while lifestyle modifications could be recommended based on social history.

Conclusion

In clinical practice, SOAP notes are invaluable for delivering high-quality patient care, ensuring continuity, and maintaining legal documentation. Mastery of each component enhances clinical reasoning, facilitates effective communication, and ultimately improves patient outcomes. As illustrated by the detailed case review, comprehensive SOAP documentation forms the backbone of effective diagnostic and treatment planning.

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