L13 - ICF

Question 1

What does ICF stand for?

Answer 1

International Classification of Functioning

Question 2

What is the definition of Body structure in ICF?

Answer 2

Anatomical parts as shape, length, size, color, position

Question 3

What does Body function refer to in ICF?

Answer 3

Physiological function such as sensation, range of motion, stability of joint, pain, muscle tone, balance, vital function, memory

Question 4

What are Basic Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)?

Answer 4

Walking, feeding, grooming, toileting

Question 5

What are Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs)?

Answer 5

Transportation, shopping, cooking, communication, medication management

Question 6

What does Participation encompass in ICF?

Answer 6

Interpersonal relationships, playing sports with others, learning, work

Question 7

What are Environmental factors in the context of ICF?

Answer 7

Physical and social environment including attitudes of people, workstation, school environment, social services

Question 8

What are Personal factors according to ICF?

Answer 8

Background of individual’s life, gender, race, age, lifestyle, coping strategies, social background, education, profession, personal experiences

Question 9

How should each component of ICF be assessed?

Answer 9

Use validated instruments or outcome measures applicable to the patient

Question 10

What should be considered when selecting an instrument for assessment?

Answer 10

Patient’s age and disease condition

Question 11

True or False: Environmental factors are considered clinical factors in ICF.

Answer 11

False, you do not have to assess them but describe them

Question 12

What is the process for distinguishing normal from abnormal in patient assessments?

Answer 12

Compare patient’s assessment results to normative values

Question 13

What might some normative values require for calculation?

Answer 13

Patients’ information such as age, body proportions, vital signs

Question 14

What does the presence of impairment indicate?

Answer 14

Loss, lack, reduction, addition, or excess

Question 15

What are the ICF qualifiers for body functions & structures, activities & participation?

Answer 15

• 0: No: 0-4%
• 1: Mild: 5-24%
• 2: Moderate: 25-49%
• 3: Severe: 50-95%
• 4: Complete: 96-100%
• 8: Not specified: available info not sufficient
• 9: Not applicable: inappropriate or not possible to apply code