Description

For sample persons age 55 and older who, by herself/himself and not using aids, has difficulty reaching out, such as to shake someone's hand, FLRECHOUT reports the amount of difficulty she/he faces when engaging in such an activity. See codes tab for response categories.

This variable is part of a series of variables related to the difficulty of doing various activities which may be expected in a work setting or in housework, and the number of years this difficulty has persisted. For related variables, please use the IPUMS NHIS search function and drop-down menus.

Comparability

This variable has no comparability issues.

Universe

Availability

• 1984

Weights

• 1984 : SAMPWEIGHT