Patient Assessment Flashcards
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In SOAP notes, a client's statement that their neck pain is a 6 out of 10 belongs in which section?
Answer: Subjective
Information the client reports, such as pain ratings and symptoms, is recorded as subjective.
Which finding belongs in the Objective section of SOAP notes?
Answer: Palpable hypertonicity in the right upper trapezius
Objective data is what the therapist observes, palpates, or measures.
A client with bilateral pitting edema in the ankles also mentions shortness of breath when lying down. The most appropriate action is to:
Answer: Postpone massage and refer the client to a physician
Pitting edema with orthopnea may signal congestive heart failure and needs medical clearance before massage.
During intake, which combination is considered a red flag that requires referral before treatment?
Answer: Unexplained weight loss and back pain that is worse at night
Unexplained weight loss and night pain that rest doesn't relieve can point to systemic disease such as cancer.
In SOAP charting, the client's response to treatment, such as increased cervical rotation after the session, is recorded in:
Answer: Assessment
The Assessment section documents changes and outcomes resulting from the treatment.
When should informed consent be obtained from a client?
Answer: Before treatment, after explaining the treatment plan and its risks
Informed consent requires the client to understand the planned treatment before it begins.
Which pain assessment tool asks the client to rate pain from 0 (none) to 10 (worst imaginable)?
Answer: Numeric Rating Scale
The Numeric Rating Scale quantifies pain intensity on a 0-10 scale for tracking over time.