Which of the following would you place in the "A" section when using SOAP charting?
A. Physician's examination
B. Physician's diagnosis
C. Patient's perceptions
D. Test results
E. Patient education
B. Physician's diagnosis
The physician's diagnosis or impression of the patient's problem should go in the "A" (Assessment) section.
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