Exploring use of the ICF in health education.
PURPOSE
Currently, little is known regarding use of the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) in health education applications. Therefore, this review sought to examine the scope of work that has been conducted regarding the application of the ICF in health education.


METHODS
A review of the current literature related to use of the ICF in health education programs was conducted. Twelve electronic databases were searched in accordance with a search protocol developed by a health sciences librarian. In total, 17,878 records were reviewed, and 18 articles met the criteria for inclusion in this review.


RESULTS
Current evidence regarding use of the ICF in healthcare education revealed that program and participant properties can be essential facilitators or barriers to successful education programs. In addition, gaps in comprehensive outcome measurement were revealed as areas for future attention. Educational applications of the ICF are very much a work in progress as might be expected given the ICF's existence for only a little over a decade.


CONCLUSIONS
To advance use of the ICF in education, it is important to incorporate the measurement of both knowledge acquisition and behavior change related to ICF-based programs. Ultimately, widespread implementation of the ICF represents not only a substantial opportunity but also poses a significant challenge.
['Bornbaum|Catherine C|CC|', 'Day|Adam M B|AM|', 'Izaryk|Kristen|K|', 'Morrison|Stephanie J|SJ|', 'Ravenek|Michael J|MJ|', 'Sleeth|Lindsay E|LE|', 'Skarakis-Doyle|Elizabeth|E|']
D000203:Activities of Daily Living D016208:Databases, Factual D004185:Disability Evaluation D006266:Health Education D064702:International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health D017063:Outcome Assessment, Health Care
ICF Health education international classification of functioning disabilty and health