A dietitian is documenting information in a patient's chart. She writes an asterisk and then explains the information further in the comments section of the chart. What type of documentation format is the dietitian most likely using?

A. SOAP format
B. PIE notes
C. charting by exception
D. focus notes
E. ADIME format


Answer: C

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