Offering step-by-step guidance on how to properly document patient care, this updated Second Edition presents 90 of the most common clinical problems encountered on the wards and clinics in an easy-to-read, two-page layout using the familiar "SOAP" note format. Emphasizing the patient's clinical problem, not the diagnosis, this pocket-sized quick reference teaches both clinical reasoning and documentation skills and is ideal for use by medical students, Pas, and NPs during the Family Medicine rotation. A new Introduction offers templates, tips, and guidelines for writing SOAP notes. Clear, well-written sample SOAP notes for a wide range of diagnoses focus on the most important information needed for success on rounds. A portable, pocket-sized format with at-a-glance, two-page layouts makes practical information quickly accessible. The SOAP approach helps students figure out where to start, while improving communication between physicians and ensuring accurate documentation. Enrich Your eBook Reading Experience with Enhanced Video, Audio and Interactive Capabilities! Read directly on your preferred device(s), such as computer, tablet, or smartphone Easily convert to audiobook, powering your content with natural language text-to-speech Adapt for unique reading needs, supporting learning disabilities, visual/auditory impairments, second-language or literacy challenges, and more
The books not only teach students what to do, but also help them understand why. Students will find these books a "must have" to keep in their white coat pockets for wards and clinics.
SOAP for Family Medicine
The books not only teach students what to do, but also help them understand why. Students will find these books a "must have" to keep in their white coat pockets for wards and clinics.
This updated edition offers step-by-step guidance on how to properly document patient care as it addresses the most common clinical problems encountered on the wards and clinics.
The books not only teach students what to do, but also help them understand why. Students will find these books a "must-have" to keep in their white coat pockets for wards and clinics.
A SOAP note records an encounter with a patient.
Now with information on Covid-19, the 4th Edition of this AJN Book of the Year Award Winner has been completely revised and updated to reflect the latest changes in the field.
One is particularly impressed by the wide acceptance on the part of medical students of the concept of the primary physician. Dr. John S.
Master the hows and whys of documentation! This is the ideal resource for any health care professional needing to learn or improve their skills—with simple, straight forward explanations of the hows and whys of documentation.
The organization of each case study simulates the patient care journey from chief complaint to outcome. Serving as a virtual clinical preceptor, this workbook can be used independently or in a classroom setting.