ICF

Question 1

What does ICF stand for?

Answer 1

International classification of functioning, disability and health

Question 2

Why do we use the ICF

Answer 2

The care is patient centred, we are focused not only on what is wrong with the patient but a holistic approach – what is important to them not just about their condition.

Question 3

Describe the ICF factors

Answer 3

Body functions and structure:
Any loss or abnormality in psychological, physiological or anatomical structure/function
Activity:
The skills and abilities that the person can do (currently) – and knowing what they can do when not impaired. These may be limited in nature, duration and quality
Participation:
Involvement in life situations, this may be restricted in nature, duration and quality.
Environmental:
Where they live, what the physical space looks like
Personal:
Personal home life, career, hobbies etc.