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CAGE Questionnaire Calculator

Alcohol use disorder screening (4 yes/no questions)

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Clinical use

Use this calculator for alcohol use disorder screening (4 yes/no questions) in thepsychiatry workflow. It is decision support and should be interpreted with the patient context, local protocols, and clinician judgment.

Interpretation

≥2 is positive screen (sensitivity 93%). Detects lifetime problems — may be positive in recovery. Use AUDIT-C for hazardous drinking patterns.

Required inputs

  • Cut Down
  • Annoyed
  • Guilty
  • Eye Opener

Evidence and limitations

This page cites 1 published reference. Confirm units and inclusion criteria before applying the output; calculators do not replace assessment, escalation, or local policy.

References

  • Ewing JA. JAMA 1984;252:1905-1907

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAGE Questionnaire?

CAGE Questionnaire is a clinical calculator used for Alcohol use disorder screening (4 yes/no questions).

How do I interpret the CAGE Questionnaire?

≥2 is positive screen (sensitivity 93%). Detects lifetime problems — may be positive in recovery. Use AUDIT-C for hazardous drinking patterns.

What inputs are required for the CAGE Questionnaire?

Required inputs include Cut Down, Annoyed, Guilty, Eye Opener.

What is the evidence behind the CAGE Questionnaire?

The CAGE Questionnaire page cites Ewing JA. JAMA 1984;252:1905-1907.

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