Quizizz Quiz: SOAP Notes

Which of the following best describes the correct order of sections in a SOAP note?

• Subjective, Objective, Plan, Assessment

• Subjective, Objective, Assessment, Plan

• Objective, Subjective, Assessment, Plan

• Assessment, Plan, Subjective, Objective

What type of information is typically included in the Subjective section of a SOAP note?

• Laboratory results

• Patient’s reported symptoms and history

• Physical examination findings

• Diagnosis

Which of the following is an example of information that belongs in the Objective section?

• “I have a headache.”

• Blood pressure: 120/80 mmHg

• “I feel tired.”

• “My pain is worse at night.”

Which statement is most appropriate for the Assessment section of a SOAP note?

• “Patient complains of chest pain.”

• “Heart rate is 90 bpm.”

• “Possible diagnosis: angina.”

• “Order ECG and prescribe aspirin.”

Which of the following should be included in the Plan section?

• Patient’s family history

• Recommended treatments and follow-up

• Patient’s description of symptoms

• Physical exam findings

Which of the following is NOT typically found in the Subjective section?

• Chief complaint

• Review of systems

• Physical exam findings

• History of present illness

Which of the following is an example of an Objective finding?

• “Patient reports nausea.”

• “Patient feels dizzy.”

• “Patient says pain is 7/10.”

What is the main purpose of the Assessment section in a SOAP note?

• To record the patient’s vital signs

• To summarize the clinician’s diagnosis or impression

• To list the patient’s medications

• To document the patient’s social history

Which of the following would be most appropriate to include in the Plan section?

• “Patient denies fever.”

• “Lungs clear to auscultation.”

• “Start amoxicillin 500 mg three times daily for 7 days.”

• “Possible upper respiratory infection.”

Which of the following best describes the type of data found in the Objective section?

• Measurable and observable data

• Patient’s feelings and perceptions

• Differential diagnoses

• Treatment recommendations