The nurse is documenting in the client's medical record and wishes to use SOAP charting. The nurse includes which of the following under the assessment category?
1. The client's blood pressure was 177/93.
2. The recent loss of employment and insurance have prevented the client from being able to afford prescription medications.
3. The client reports having lost her job and insurance 3 months ago.
4. Referrals have been made to social services to determine financial assistance programs available.
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Rationale 1: This is the "O" component, objective data.
Rationale 2: The "A" component of the SOAP note refers to conclusions drawn from the subjective and objective data obtained.
Rationale 3: This is subjective data.
Rationale 4: This is the "P" component, plan.
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True False