Interviewer instructions
INTERVIEWER: Begin with a tandem stand (heel of one foot placed by the big toe of the other foot - that is, one foot in front of the other). Individuals unable to hold this position should try the side-by-side position.
INTERVIEWER: Demonstrate. Check their understanding and ability to do this.
If respondent can attempt, decide on forward foot. Then get the respondent into position. Stand next to the participant to help him or her into tandem position. Allow participant to hold onto your arms/wall/chair to get balance. Begin timing when participant has the feet in position and lets go. Stop when respondent touches arm/wall/chair, shifts her/his feet, or after 10 seconds.
