Internal Medicine Soap Note

SOAP Note

Prepared by Sherri R. Williams, Fusion Edge Technologies

Introduction

The SOAP note herein is a comprehensive documentation of the diagnosis and sessions summary for patient James Young, a 39-year-old male, standing at 5'10" and weighing 170 lbs. This note is constructed against the standard method of documentation in Internal Medicine which encapsulates four main aspects: Subjective, Objective, Assessment, and Plan (SOAP).

Subjective

Objective

Assessment

Plan

  • Reports feeling fatigued

  • Mild continuous headaches

  • Shortness of breath during mild activities

  • Vital signs: BP 140/90 mmHg, Pulse 85 bpm, Temp 98.6 F, Respiratory rate 18/min

  • Physical exam reveals body mass index within healthy range.

  • Chest sounds clear, cardiovascular exam reveals a regular rhythm

The patient's symptoms of fatigue, headaches, and shortness of breath suggest probable hypertension. Further diagnostic tests required to confirm such suspicions.

  • Request for diagnostic tests including but not limited to ECG and blood tests

  • Lifestyle modifications are advised i.e., reducing salt intake and increasing physical activity

  • Follow-up appointment to be scheduled for result interpretation and medication initiation if necessary

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