ICF ICF Qualifiers and Classification Levels

Question 1

How many qualifier levels does the ICF use for Body Functions and Structures?

Accepted Answer

5 (0–4)

Answer

The ICF uses a 5-point qualifier scale from 0 (no impairment) to 4 (complete impairment) for Body Functions and Structures.

Question 2

What does an ICF qualifier of '8' signify?

Accepted Answer

Not specified

Answer

A qualifier of 8 in the ICF means 'not specified,' used when information is insufficient to assign a specific level.

Question 3

In the ICF, a Body Structures qualifier has up to how many qualifier positions?

Accepted Answer

3

Answer

Body Structures codes can carry up to 3 qualifiers: extent of impairment, nature of impairment, and location of impairment.

Question 4

What percentage range of deviation corresponds to an ICF qualifier of '2' (moderate problem)?

Accepted Answer

25–49%

Answer

A qualifier of 2 represents a moderate problem, reflecting a 25–49% deviation from the accepted standard.

Question 5

Which qualifier is used to denote 'not applicable' in the ICF?

Accepted Answer

9

Answer

A qualifier of 9 means 'not applicable,' indicating that the category is not an appropriate descriptor for a given individual.

ICF - International Classification of Functioning Disability and Health Practice Test