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Chapter 2
Term | Definition |
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SOAP | S= subjective - what the patient says O=objective - what tests reveal A= assessment - analysis of the subjective and objective info P=plan - course of action |
chief complaint | main reason for the patient's visit |
review of systems | description of individual body systems in order to discover any symptoms not directly related to the main problem |
social history | a record of habits like smoking, drinking, drug abuse, and sexual practices that impact health |
A&O | alert and oriented |
PERRLA | pupils are equal and reactive to light and |
NAD | no acute distress |
CTA | clear to auscultation |
RRR | regular rate and rhythm |
NOS | not otherwise specified |