The elements of a POMR entry would include which of the following?

1. Patient's subjective complaints and concerns
2. Objective data gathered by the health professional
3. Assessment of the subjective and objective data
4. Plan to address the identified problem(s)
a. 1, 2, and 3 only
b. 1 and 3 only
c. 1, 2, 3, and 4
d. 1, 3, and 4 only

ANS: C
The POMR progress notes contain the findings (subjective and objective data), assessment, plans, and orders of the doctors, nurses, and other practitioners involved in the care of the patient. The format used is often referred to as SOAP. "S" = subjective information; "O" = objective infor-mation; "A" = assessment; "P" = plan of care.

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