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Chapter 2
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| 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 |