Which charting entry would the nurse use for the "A" in SOAP charting?
A)Intractable pain
B)"I can't get any relief from this pain in my abdomen."
C)Holding abdomen and moaning
D)Notified provider to change pain medication.

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The "A" in SOAP charting stands for "Assessment," which involves the nurse's professional judgment or diagnosis about the patient's condition. "Intractable pain" is an assessment of the patient's condition.

Which Charting Entry Would the Nurse Use for the "A