Which of the following statements is FALSE about the SOAP method?
A) Diagnostic work in medicine is similar to the investigative work of a detective; the SOAP method begins with an analysis and ends with collecting data to confirm the diagnosis.
B) Most medical notes share a consistent pattern in their organization and layout that reflects the SOAP thought process.
C) SOAP is an acronym that stands for Subjective, Objective, Assessment, and Plan.
D) SOAP reflects a general thought process used by most medical professionals.
E) The SOAP method is repeated in every health care visit across all disciplines of medicine.

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The SOAP method begins with collecting data (Subjective and Objective) and then moves to analysis (Assessment) and planning (Plan), not the other way around.

Which of the Following Statements Is FALSE About the SOAP