Table 3.

Questions with most comments by section and examples

Survey Topic	Survey Item Or Section	Number of comments
Primary Care	Does the distance you have to travel make it difficult to receive care at your clinic?	61
	Introduction to primary care questions and PCQ-H	40
	People often see many care providers in the VA. In the last 6 months, have you seen any of the following PCP, Mental Health, Specialist, Women’s health, Housing, Group SUD MH, Other?	29
Substance Use	Have you felt you wanted or needed to cut down on your drinking or drug use in the last 12 months? If yes, what substance?	108
	In the last 12 months, have you ever drunk alcohol or used drugs more than you meant to? If yes, what substance?	41
	In the last 3 years, have you had an overdose where you needed to go to the emergency room or get medical care right away. If yes, what were you taking at the time?	33
Health and Quality of Life	In the last 30 days, have you had a significant period of time in which you have been prescribed medication for any psychological or emotional problems?	31
	Do you currently have bodily pain that has lasted for more than 3 months?	29
	Please circle the number that best describes your pain on average in the past week.	28
Homelessness	Are you currently homeless?	47
	Thinking about the last 3 years, how many times have you been homeless?	41
	Thinking about the last 3 years, how many times have you been homeless?	36
Social Environment	In general, how would you rate your satisfaction with your social activities and relationships?	34
	I have someone who I can borrow $20 from if I need it.	29
	I feel isolated from others.	25
Sociodemographics	How hard is it for you to pay for the very basics like food and heating?	36
	In the last 6 months, what has been your typical monthly income from all sources before taxes?	36
	What was the highest level of school you completed?	30
General Comments		95