Which of the Following Is FALSE About the SOAP Method

question 83

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is FALSE about the SOAP method?

• A) Diagnostic work in medicine is very similar to the investigative work of a detective; thus the SOAP method begins with an analysis and ends with collecting data to confirm the diagnosis.
• B) Most medical notes share a consistent pattern in their organization and layout that reflects the SOAP thought process.
• C) SOAP is an acronym that stands for Subjective, Objective, Assessment, and Plan.
• D) SOAP reflects a general thought process used by most medical professionals.
• E) The SOAP method is repeated in every health care visit across all disciplines of medicine.

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