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Question 23

An example of objective entry in the health record supplied by a health care practitioner is the

    Correct Answer: B

    A physical assessment constitutes an objective entry in the health record because it is based on measurable or observable data collected by the healthcare practitioner. Objective entries include findings from physical examinations, vital signs, and diagnostic tests, as opposed to subjective entries, which include the patient's reported symptoms and medical history.

Discussion
AtienoOption: B

Physical assessment

GuilandraOption: B

This refers to the “O” in the SOAP approach used in an assessment

Kepamos

Can someone please define objective entry. Have not seen it in my study guide or textbooks

Amaka2021

Objective entry is what the provider observe on the patient's body. Remember subject is what the patient say, and objective is what is observed.