When the respiratory therapist is entering a SOAPIER progress note in a patient's chart, the A stands for:
A) application of the data.
B) acceptance of the treatment options by the patient.
C) affect of the patient.
D) assessment of the data by the respiratory therapist.

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In the SOAPIER note format, the "A" stands for "Assessment," which refers to the healthcare provider's assessment of the data collected, including the interpretation of the patient's condition and the effectiveness of the treatment plan thus far.

When the Respiratory Therapist Is Entering a SOAPIER Progress Note