American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA) Practice Test

Which charting method includes a revision section for the documentation of alternative interventions?

1. SOAPIER

2. SOAP

3. SOAPIE

4. POMR

The correct answer is: SOAPIER

The SOAPIER charting method is designed specifically to facilitate thorough and comprehensive documentation in the field of massage therapy and other healthcare practices. One key feature of SOAPIER is its structured approach that includes a revision or evaluation section. This is particularly useful for documenting alternative interventions. In the SOAPIER system, after the traditional SOAP (Subjective, Objective, Assessment, Plan) format, the "I" stands for Intervention, the "E" represents Evaluation, and the "R" denotes Revision. The Revision section allows therapists to document what alternative interventions were considered, how effective they were, and if any adjustments were made based on the patient's response. This level of detail helps to create a clear record of the treatment process and the therapist's decision-making. The other charting methods presented do not include this specific section for documenting alternative interventions. For instance, SOAP lacks the critical evaluation and revision components present in SOAPIER, and although SOAPIE adds an intervention and evaluation component, it does not include a dedicated revision section. Similarly, the POMR method (Problem-Oriented Medical Record) focuses more on patient problems and treatment plans rather than alternative interventions and their evaluations. Therefore, SOAPIER not only stands out for its capacity to