Tools for Assessing Substance Use Risk
DSM-5
A checklist to measure the severity of a person’s condition.
ORT: Opioid Risk Tool
A brief, self-report screening tool designed for use with adult patients in primary care settings to assess risk for opioid abuse among individuals prescribed opioids for treatment of chronic pain.
World Health Organization/WHO Substance Assist V3.0
Designed to be used in primary health care settings to screen for all levels of problem or risky substance use in adults.
Drug Use Questionnaire (DAST-10)
Assesses drug use in the past 12 months (not including alcohol or tobacco use).
Addiction Medicine Checklist
Create a personalized reference document for the treatment of patients with substance use disorders.
DIRE: Diagnosis, Intractability, Risk, Efficacy Information Guide
Assesses the risk of opioid abuse and suitability of candidates for long-term opioid therapy in primary care.
