Description
For sample persons who need help with using the toilet due to a disability or health problem, LATOILTGOFT reports the frequency with which she/he receives help with this activity.
This variable was introduced in 1977 as part of a series of variables related to the difficulty of doing various activities due to a physical/mental condition, the use of help from others to carry on such activities, and the number of years this difficulty has persisted. For related variables, please use the IPUMS NHIS search function and drop-down menus.
