Codes and Frequencies
An 'X' indicates the category is available for that sample
| Code | Label |
81
|
|---|---|---|
| 0 | NIU | X |
| 1 | 3 months or less | X |
| 2 | Over 3 to 12 months | X |
| 3 | More than 12 months ago | X |
| 8 | Unknown-not ascertained | X |
| 9 | Unknown-don't know | · |
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Description
For sample children under age 18 who have at least five specific listed health conditions, KIDCONSET5 is a recoded variable which reports the length of time since the fifth condition was first noticed, in intervals of 3 months or less, 3-12 months, or more than 12 months ago. For details on the fifth condition, see KIDC5.
KIDCONSET5 was introduced in 1981 as part of the Child Health Supplement. For related variables, please use the IPUMS NHIS search function or drop-down menus.
Universe
- 1981: Sample persons under age 18 with 5 or more listed health conditions.
Availability
- 1981
Weights
- 1981 : SAMPWEIGHT
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