What is the eighth clue of impairment?

What is the eighth clue of impairment?

• A. Takes incorrect amount of steps
• B. Starts too soon
• C. Stops while walking
• D. Uses arms for balance

Answer: (A)

In the impairment clues for the walk-and-turn test, the eighth clue is taking an incorrect number of steps. The test requires a specific number of heel-to-toe steps (usually nine). Deviating from this count shows trouble with balance, sequencing, and following test instructions, which points to impairment. Other observed behaviors like starting too soon, stopping while walking, or using arms for balance are real clues as well, but they are separate items on the impairment list and not the eighth one.

In the impairment clues for the walk-and-turn test, the eighth clue is taking an incorrect number of steps. The test requires a specific number of heel-to-toe steps (usually nine). Deviating from this count shows trouble with balance, sequencing, and following test instructions, which points to impairment. Other observed behaviors like starting too soon, stopping while walking, or using arms for balance are real clues as well, but they are separate items on the impairment list and not the eighth one.