Reviewing long-term opioid use in patients experiencing chronic pain in general practice: Activating patients and supporting clinical decision making

The ROOM tool is a validated patient-reported measure that assists with assessment of current pain, functioning, risk of dependence, mood, constipation and risky alcohol use. The online Opioid Safety Toolkit improves patient health literacy and activation in their pain management. These tools, combined with real-time prescription monitoring (RTPM) information and naloxone for opioid overdose, can provide a comprehensive, efficient approach that helps identify and manage medication-related risks, supports quality use of opioids and assists conversations with patients regarding best treatment options.