In Physical Therapy documentation, what is the difference between SOAP notes and a PROGRESS NOTE. Plz Explain

Answer 1

A SOAP note is merely a format for documentation. One can use a SOAP note in assessment, progress or discharge note.

This is in contrast to a "narrative" type of note which reads more like a paragraph, but usually contains an element of each component of the SOAP note.

Answer 2

a SOAP note is
Subjective
Objective
Assessment
Plan or Prognosis
a progress note describes what tx was given, how the pt responded, and the lesson taught.

Answer 3

Same as above !!! that person is right on the point.