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Immunizations Pneumovac HPV HEP B MMR Varicella TD/Tdap FLU Other: DATE:_____ DATE:___ 1. 1. 1. 2. 2.
2. 3. Disease Review of Systems: General_______________________________________________________________________ HEENT_______________________________________________________________________ Neck________________________________________________________________________ Lungs ________________________________________________________________________ Cardiovascular ________________________________________________________________ Breast ________________________________________________________________________ GI ___________________________________________________________________________ Male/female genital _____________________________________________________________ GU __________________________________________________________________________ Neuro_________________________________________________________________________ Musculoskeletal________________________________________________________________ Activity & Exercise _____________________________________________________________ Psychosocial ___________________________________________________________________ Derm_________________________________________________________________________ Nutrition ______________________________________________________________________ Sleep/Rest ____________________________________________________________________ LMP_____________ Physical Exam BP__________TPR_______ ________Ht. ________ Wt. _________________ Wt.
Change____ BMI_____________ O2 SAT%__________________ General_______________________________________________________________________ HEENT_______________________________________________________________________ Neck_________________________________________________________________________ Pulmonary_____________________________________________________________________ Cardiovascular_________________________________________________________________ Breast________________________________________________________________________ Abdomen______________________________________________________________________ Rectal________________________________________________________________________ Male/female genital_____________________________________________________________ Musculoskeletal________________________________________________________________ Neuro_________________________________________________________________________ Derm_________________________________________________________________________ Psych_________________________________________________________________________ Misc._________________________________________________________________________ Assessment: Significant Data/Contributing Dx/Labs/Misc Differential Diagnoses 1.
2. 3. Diagnoses 1. 2. 3.
Plan Diagnosis # 1 Diagnostic: Therapeutic: Educative: Referrals: Follow-up: Diagnosis # 2 Diagnostic: Therapeutic: Educative: Referrals: Follow-up: Diagnosis # 3 Diagnostic: Therapeutic: Educative: Referrals: Follow-up: Signature_____________________________________________________________________ Cite current evidenced based guideline(s) used to guide careMandatory) 1.________________________________________ _____________________________ DEA#: Barry University LIC# College of Nursing Clinic Tel: ( FAX: ( Patient Name: (Initials)______________________________ Age _______________ Address: ________________________________________ Allergies: _____________________ Date: _______________ RX ______________________________________ SIG: Dispense : ___________ Refill: _________________ No Substitution Signature: ____________________________________________________________
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SOAP Note for Adult Patient Encounter
Encounter Date: 2023-10-21
SOAP Adult Patient Initials: J.D.
Gender: Male
Age: 45
Race: Caucasian
Chief Complaint:
"I have been experiencing chest pain and shortness of breath for the last two days."
HPI:
J.D. is a 45-year-old male presenting with a two-day history of intermittent chest pain and associated shortness of breath. He describes the chest pain as a pressure-like sensation, approximately 6/10 on the pain scale, which worsens upon exertion but tends to improve at rest. He denies any nausea, vomiting, or diaphoresis. There are no reported palpitations. J.D. states that he has a sedentary lifestyle and has been under increased stress due to work demands. No prior history of similar episodes. He is worried about his symptoms possibly being cardiac in nature.
Allergies:
No known drug allergies.
Current perception of Health:
Fair - J.D. notes that he feels tired and stressed, mentioning increased workload and sleep disturbances attributed to worries about work.
PMH:
Hypertension diagnosed 5 years ago, well-controlled with medication (Lisinopril).
PSH:
Appendectomy in childhood.
Hospitalizations:
None.
Current Meds:
1. Lisinopril 10 mg daily.
Family History:
Father had a myocardial infarction at age 50, Mother had hypertension.
Social History:
- Marital status: Married
- Lives: Home with wife and children.
- Smoke: No
- ETOH: Socially - 1-2 drinks on weekends
- Recreational Drug Use: None
Immunization History:
- Pneumococcal: 2021
- HPV: 2015
- Hepatitis B: 2015
- MMR: 1985
- Varicella: 1985
- TD/Tdap: 2022
- Flu: 2022
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Review of Systems (ROS):
General:
Weight stable. No fever or chills reported.
HEENT:
Normal. No headaches or visual changes.
Neck:
No stiffness or lymphadenopathy.
Lungs:
Reports shortness of breath. No wheezes or cough at this time.
Cardiovascular:
Intermittent chest pain as described.
No history of heart disease apart from hypertension.
Abdomen:
Soft, non-tender, no masses noted.
GU:
No issues reported.
Neurological:
No dizziness, headaches, or changes in strength.
Musculoskeletal:
Normal strength, no joint pain.
Dermatological:
No rashes or skin changes.
Nutrition:
Inadequate diet reported, primarily due to stress.
Sleep/Rest:
Decreased sleep, averaging 5-6 hours per night.
Physical Exam:
BP: 130/85 mmHg
TPR: 76 bpm, 18 breaths/min
Ht.: 5'10"
Wt.: 210 lbs
BMI: 30.1 (Obese)
O2 SAT: 98% on room air
HEENT:
Normal findings.
Neck:
No lymphadenopathy or thyroid issues.
Pulmonary:
Clear to auscultation bilaterally.
Cardiovascular:
Regular rate and rhythm with no murmurs.
Abdomen:
Soft without palpitations or guarding.
Neurological:
Cranial nerves intact, Normal reflexes.
Assessment:
Significant Data/Contributing Diagnostics:
- Patient's age and risk factors (family history) necessitate a comprehensive evaluation for cardiac causes of chest pain.
- Rule out myocardial infarction or angina as differential diagnoses.
Differential Diagnoses:
1. Angina pectoris
2. Acute coronary syndrome
3. Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
Diagnoses:
1. Angina Pectoris
2. Hypertension (well-controlled)
3. Obesity
Plan:
Diagnosis #1: Angina Pectoris
- Diagnostic: Obtain an EKG and troponin level to evaluate for myocardial ischemia.
- Therapeutic: Start patient on low-dose aspirin 81 mg daily.
- Educative: Provide education on recognizing warning signs of heart attack and lifestyle modifications (diet and exercise).
- Referrals: Refer to cardiology for further evaluation.
- Follow-up: Schedule follow-up appointment in one week for reassessment and lab results.
Diagnosis #2: Hypertension
- Diagnostic: Monitor blood pressure regularly.
- Therapeutic: Continue current medication (Lisinopril) and encourage adherence.
- Educative: Educate on lifestyle changes to manage hypertension (dietary sodium reduction, regular exercise).
- Referrals: None needed at this time.
- Follow-up: Reassess blood pressure in one month.
Diagnosis #3: Obesity
- Diagnostic: Nutritional assessment.
- Therapeutic: Start weight management program.
- Educative: Provide resources for healthy eating and physical activity.
- Referrals: Consider referral to a nutritionist.
- Follow-up: Monitor weight at each clinic visit.
Signature:
[Practitioner’s Name]
[DEA#] Barry University LIC#
College of Nursing Clinic Tel: [Phone Number]
(FAX: [Fax Number])
References:
1. American College of Cardiology. (2023). "Approach to the Patient with Chest Pain". Retrieved from [ACC website](https://www ACC.org).
2. American Heart Association. (2023). "Understanding and Preventing Heart Disease". Retrieved from [AHA website](https://www.heart.org).
3. World Health Organization. (2022). "Obesity and overweight". Retrieved from [WHO website](https://www.who.int).
4. Campbell, N. R., et al. (2023). "Guidelines on Hypertension Management". Journal of Hypertension, 41(4), 753-764.
5. National Institutes of Health. (2023). "Sleep and Health". Retrieved from [NIH website](https://www.nih.gov).
6. American Diabetes Association. (2023). "Standards of Medical Care in Diabetes". Diabetes Care, 46(1), S1-S2.
7. McMurray, J. J. V., et al. (2022). "Angina and Treatment Options". European Journal of Heart Failure, 24(7), 1303-1310.
8. Miller, M., et al. (2023). "Reducing the Risk of Cardiovascular Disease". Circulation, 146(2), e70-e83.
9. U.S. Preventive Services Task Force. (2023). "Screening and Management of Obesity". Retrieved from [USPSTF website](https://www.uspreventiveservicestaskforce.org).
10. Berra, K., et al. (2023). "Counseling on Physical Activity". Journal of the American College of Cardiology, 81(2), 172-178.
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