The community health nurse is invited to speak to a group of community leaders about individuals with disabilities. As part of the discussion, the nurse intends to describe the International Classification of Functioning, Disabilities, and Health (ICF) and its attempts at standardized language. After the discussion, the nurse determines that the group has understood the information when they identify which terminology as being standardized? Select all that apply.

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The ICF included definitions for body functions and structures, activities, and environmental and personal factors. Terms such as disability, impairment, and handicap have been removed from the definition and replaced with functioning, which is more holistic and positive.

The Community Health Nurse Is Invited to Speak to a Group