Table 2 Examples for the hierarchical structure of the ICF [24]
Domain | Code | Title | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
Component | b | Body functions | Â |
First level (chapter) | b4 | Functions of the cardiovascular, haematological and respiratory systems | This chapter is about the functions involved in the cardiovascular system (functions of the heart and blood vessels), the haematological and immunological systems (functions of blood production and immunity), and the respiratory system (functions of respiration and exercise tolerance). |
Second level | b455 | Exercise tolerance functions | Functions related to respiratory and cardiovascular capacity as required for enduring physical exertion. |
Third level | b4552 | Fatiguability | Functions related to susceptibility to fatigue, at any level of exertion. |
Component | b | Body functions | Â |
First level (chapter) | b1 | Mental functions | This chapter is about the functions of the brain: both global mental functions, such as consciousness, energy and drive, and specific mental functions, such as memory, language and calculation mental functions. |
Second level | b130 | Energy and drive functions | General mental functions of physiological and psychological mechanisms that cause the individual to move towards satisfy specific needs and general goals in a persistent manner. |
Third level | b1300 | Energy level | Mental functions that produce vigour and stamina. |
Component | d | Activities and Participation | Â |
First level (chapter) | d2 | General tasks and demands | This chapter is about general aspects of carrying out single or multiple tasks, organizing routines and handling stress. These items can be used in conjunction with more specific tasks or actions to identify the underlying features of the execution of tasks under different circumstances. |
Second level | d230 | Carrying out daily routine | Carrying out simple or complex and coordinated actions in order to plan, manage and complete the requirements of day-to-day procedures or duties, such as budgeting time and making plans for separate activities throughout the day. |
Third level | d2301 | Managing daily routine | Carrying out simple or complex and coordinated actions in order to plan and manage the requirements of day-to-day procedures or duties. |