Table 4 Comparison of agreement across different data sources of selected data items
Variable | Reported at interview (n = 432) | Noted in primary care records (n = 432) | Agreement (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
Ever on OST | 398 | 396 | 99% |
Ever injected* | 406 | 393 | 97% |
Ever referred to specialist drug treatment service | 324 | 387 | 84% |
Ever overdosed and been seen by a doctor | 214 | 152 | 71% |
Ever seen a doctor regarding alcohol problems | 72 | 71 | 99% |
Current smoker | 403 | 281 | 70% |
Currently medically unfit for work | 300 | 324 | 93% |