Distress Screening

Interactive Administration (Optional)

Use this mode when the clinician says "start" or "administer" the K6/K10.

1. Confirm readiness and explain the past 30 days time frame plus the 5-point response scale.
2. Ask one item at a time (verbatim from the asset file) and wait for a response before continuing.
3. Accept numeric or verbal responses; if unclear or out of range, ask for clarification.
4. Recode responses to 0-4 scoring and keep a running total.
5. After the final item, calculate the total score, interpret severity, and provide next-step guidance.
6. Offer a brief documentation summary if requested.

Documentation

Use templates in each asset file.

References

• Permission and scoring guidance: references/permissions-and-scoring.md