Identification of relevant categories for inpatient physical therapy care using the International Classification of Functioning Disability and Health: a Brazilian survey

摘要

BackgroundHospitalized patients are at risk for the loss of function and impairment. Physical therapists aim to improve functionality and prevent disabilities. The International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) propose a universal language to classify the functionality of patients across different health care settings and over diverse health conditions.