SOAP NOTE TEMPLATE SAMPLE (Student Name) Miami Regional Univ

SOAP NOTE TEMPLATE SAMPLE (Student Name) Miami Regional University Date of Encounter

SOAP NOTE TEMPLATE SAMPLE (Student Name) Miami Regional University Date of Encounter: Preceptor/Clinical Site: Clinical Instructor: Dr. David Trabanco DNP, APRN, AGNP-C, FNP-C Soap Note # ____ Main Diagnosis ______________

pasien information: Name : Age : Gender at Birth: Gender Identity : Source : Allergies : Current Medications: · PMH: Immunizations: Preventive Care : Surgical History : Family History : Social History : Sexual Orientation : Nutrition History :

Subjective Data: Chief Complaint : Symptom analysis/HPI: The patient is … Review of Systems (ROS) CONSTITUTIONAL : NEUROLOGIC : HEENT : RESPIRATORY : CARDIOVASCULAR : GASTROINTESTINAL : GENITOURINARY : MUSCULOSKELETAL : SKIN :

Objective Data: VITAL SIGNS: GENERAL APPREARANCE : NEUROLOGIC: HEENT: CARDIOVASCULAR: RESPIRATORY: GASTROINTESTINAL: MUSKULOSKELETAL: INTEGUMENTARY:

ASSESSMENT: Main Diagnosis (Include the name of your Main Diagnosis along with its ICD10 I10. (Look at PDF example provided) Include the in-text reference/s as per APA style 6th or 7th Edition. Differential diagnosis (minimum 3) - - -

PLAN: Labs and Diagnostic Test to be ordered (if applicable) · - · - Pharmacological treatment: - Non-Pharmacologic treatment : Education (provide the most relevant ones tailored to your patient) Follow-ups/Referrals References (in APA Style) Examples Codina Leik, M. T. (2014). Family Nurse Practitioner Certification Intensive Review (2nd ed.). ISBN Domino, F., Baldor, R., Golding, J., Stephens, M. (2010). The 5-Minute Clinical Consult th ed.). Print (The 5-Minute Consult Series).

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The SOAP note is an essential tool in clinical practice, offering a structured framework for documenting patient encounters. The sample SOAP note provided from Miami Regional University exemplifies the comprehensive approach nurse practitioners utilize to assess, diagnose, and plan treatment for patients effectively. This detailed documentation ensures continuity of care, proper communication among healthcare providers, and legal record-keeping that reflects thorough clinical reasoning.

The subjective section of the SOAP note captures the patient's primary complaints, symptoms, and history. It includes personal background data such as age, gender, allergies, medications, past medical history (PMH), immunizations, surgeries, family, social, and sexual history, as well as nutritional intake. For example, understanding a patient’s lifestyle and social determinants contributes significantly to holistic care. The review of systems (ROS) is subdivided into various bodily systems, emphasizing a comprehensive health assessment that can unmask underlying or related health issues.

The objective data component involves vital signs and physical findings collected through direct observation and examination. Accurate documentation of vital signs such as blood pressure, heart rate, temperature, and respiratory rate forms the baseline for clinical decision-making. Physical assessment findings across systems like neurologic, HEENT, cardiovascular, respiratory, gastrointestinal, musculoskeletal, and skin provide concrete evidence to support diagnosis and treatment planning.

The assessment part synthesizes subjective and objective data into a coherent clinical picture. It features the principal diagnosis, often coded with ICD-10 for billing and documentation purposes, and includes differential diagnoses—alternative conditions that could explain the patient's symptoms. A robust differential diagnosis list enhances diagnostic accuracy and guides appropriate testing and management.

The plan outlines the next steps, incorporating laboratory tests or imaging as necessary. Pharmacological interventions—medications prescribed to treat the diagnosis—are tailored to the patient’s needs, considering medication efficacy, safety, and patient preferences. Non-pharmacologic strategies such as lifestyle modifications, patient education, and support services form a vital part of a comprehensive treatment plan.

Follow-up instructions and referrals are essential for ongoing management, especially for chronic conditions. They ensure that the patient remains engaged in their care plan and that health concerns are continuously monitored and addressed. Citations from reputable sources like Leik (2014) and Domino et al. (2010) provide evidence-based backing for the clinical reasoning expressed in the SOAP note.

Overall, the SOAP note serves as a vital communication tool in healthcare, streamlining clinical documentation and fostering a systematic approach toward patient-centered care. Mastery of this format allows nurse practitioners and other clinicians to deliver high-quality care in diverse clinical settings, ensuring therapeutic effectiveness and safety.

References

  • Leik, M. T. (2014). Family Nurse Practitioner Certification Intensive Review (2nd ed.). F.A. Davis Company.
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